Ghatkul - Salanpur, Paschim Bardhaman
Ghatkul is a village situated in the Salanpur subdivision of Paschim Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from Salanpur and around 129 km from Barddhaman. Dendua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatkul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatkul is 318465. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.08 hectares and falls under the 713335 pincode.
Ghatkul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Ghatkul
Ghatkul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhabuadih | East | 1.16 km |
| Gamarkuri | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Chelyagi | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Phulberia | North | 2.15 km |
| Saharaj | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Durgapur | West | 2.36 km |
| Murgatona | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Kusiyara | East | 2.93 km |
| Sarkuri | South | 3.14 km |
| Dhanjori | North | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghatkul
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ghatkul. The nearest railway station is Chittaranjan, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 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 Barddhaman to Ghatkul is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatkul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatkul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatkul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatkul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghatkul
Where is Ghatkul located?
Ghatkul village is located in Salanpur Subdivision, Paschim Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatkul?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatkul is Dendua.
What is the pincode of Ghatkul?
The pincode of Ghatkul is 713335.