Gajai - Kolaghat, Purba Medinipur
Gajai is a village situated in the Kolaghat subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaghat and around 25.2 km from the district headquarters in Tamluk. Khangdihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajai is 344393. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.7 hectares and falls under the 721151 pincode.
Gajai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Gajai
Gajai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramchandrapur | North-East | 0.53 km |
| Purbba Saoraberya | West | 0.96 km |
| Patharia | South | 1.25 km |
| Manua | East | 1.33 km |
| Baksitala | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Khanedihi | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Chapda | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Kulia | East | 1.87 km |
| Manoharpur | North | 1.94 km |
| Jugiber | South-East | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gajai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gajai. The nearest railway station is Kolaghat, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 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 Tamluk to Gajai is about 25.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajai 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 Gajai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gajai
Where is Gajai located?
Gajai village is located in Kolaghat Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajai is Khangdihi.
What is the pincode of Gajai?
The pincode of Gajai is 721151.