Gidhapatan - Manikchak, Malda
Gidhapatan is a village situated in the Manikchak subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.8 km from Manikchak and around 27.6 km from English Bazar. Enayetpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gidhapatan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gidhapatan is 313527. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.17 hectares and falls under the 732202 pincode.
Gidhapatan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Gidhapatan
Gidhapatan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandpur | North | 0.56 km |
| Bankipur | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Lakshmipur | East | 1.31 km |
| Sekhpura | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Saidpur | North | 1.94 km |
| Karia Sultanpur | West | 2.08 km |
| Nawada | South | 2.14 km |
| Arazi Mathurapur | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Syamsundari | South | 2.37 km |
| Anantapur | East | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gidhapatan
Public transport in the Gidhapatan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajmahal, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from English Bazar to Gidhapatan is about 27.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gidhapatan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gidhapatan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gidhapatan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gidhapatan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gidhapatan
Where is Gidhapatan located?
Gidhapatan village is located in Manikchak Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gidhapatan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gidhapatan is Enayetpur.
What is the pincode of Gidhapatan?
The pincode of Gidhapatan is 732202.