Balichak - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Balichak is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Shatpati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balichak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balichak is 338850. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.96 hectares and falls under the 721129 pincode.
Balichak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Medinipur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Balichak
Balichak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankata | East | 0.53 km |
| Bhatmor | South-East | 0.58 km |
| Deulbar | North | 0.98 km |
| Karasai | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Bandarkhanda | East | 1.12 km |
| Raysingher Bagicha | West | 1.13 km |
| Chanipur | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Raghunathchak | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Belkuri | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Harirampur | West | 1.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balichak
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Balichak. The nearest railway station is Godapiasal, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Balichak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balichak 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 Balichak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balichak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balichak
Where is Balichak located?
Balichak village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balichak?
The Gram Panchayat of Balichak is Shatpati.
What is the pincode of Balichak?
The pincode of Balichak is 721129.