Jhinuka - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Jhinuka is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Jhentla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhinuka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhinuka is 338493. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.03 hectares and falls under the 721150 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Jhinuka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Jhinuka
Jhinuka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurur Gohal | South-West | 0.61 km |
| Ayma Chak | South | 0.74 km |
| Purbba Chakla | North | 0.84 km |
| Taruk Gerya | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Mollar Chak | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Brindaban Chak | East | 1.05 km |
| Kaji Chak | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Bajgerya | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Tipi Gerya | East | 1.51 km |
| Gholai | East | 1.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhinuka
Jhinuka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Madpur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Midnapur to Jhinuka is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhinuka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhinuka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhinuka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhinuka 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 Jhinuka
Where is Jhinuka located?
Jhinuka village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhinuka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhinuka is Jhentla.
What is the pincode of Jhinuka?
The pincode of Jhinuka is 721150.