Paikpara - Dantan - I, Paschim Medinipur
Paikpara is a village situated in the Dantan - I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Chakismailpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paikpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paikpara is 343853. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.69 hectares and falls under the 721457 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Paikpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Paikpara
Paikpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matiberua | North-West | 0.65 km |
| Barampura | West | 1.19 km |
| Nimpur | East | 1.19 km |
| Chorpalia | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Dobaria | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Solpota | West | 1.61 km |
| Birbhadrapur | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Satsanda | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Sugo | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Kundupara | North-West | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paikpara
The nearest railway station is Lakshannath Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.4 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 Kharagpur to Paikpara is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Paikpara
Where is Paikpara located?
Paikpara village is located in Dantan - I Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paikpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikpara is Chakismailpur.
What is the pincode of Paikpara?
The pincode of Paikpara is 721457.