Jhanjha - Hariharpara, Murshidabad
Jhanjha is a village situated in the Hariharpara subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Swaruppur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhanjha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhanjha is 315503. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.48 hectares and falls under the 742166 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jhanjha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hariharpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Jhanjha
Jhanjha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundalpur | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Swaruppur | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Char Salikadaha | South | 1.52 km |
| Sibnagar Laskarpur | East | 2.03 km |
| Siddhi Nandi | West | 2.03 km |
| Bhagirathpur | North | 2.57 km |
| Char Sibnagar | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Tartipur | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Char Padmanabhpur | South | 2.91 km |
| Sarbangapur | West | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhanjha
The nearest railway station is Berhampore Court, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampore to Jhanjha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Jhanjha
Where is Jhanjha located?
Jhanjha village is located in Hariharpara Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhanjha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhanjha is Swaruppur.
What is the pincode of Jhanjha?
The pincode of Jhanjha is 742166.