Berabanka - Bundwan, Purulia
Berabanka is a village situated in the Bundwan subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.1 km from Bandwan and around 75 km from Purulia. Chirudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berabanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berabanka is 332408. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.63 hectares and falls under the 723129 pincode.
Berabanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Berabanka
Berabanka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuilapal | East | 0.43 km |
| Tasgan | West | 1.00 km |
| Kenddi | North | 1.12 km |
| Chalunia | East | 1.39 km |
| Sarga | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Dhobagora | North | 1.69 km |
| Kadaya | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Jharibad | West | 2.21 km |
| Barakala | North | 2.30 km |
| Sereshbad | South | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Berabanka
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Berabanka. The nearest railway station is Galudih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 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 Purulia to Berabanka is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Berabanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berabanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Berabanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berabanka 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 Berabanka
Where is Berabanka located?
Berabanka village is located in Bundwan Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Berabanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Berabanka is Chirudih.
What is the pincode of Berabanka?
The pincode of Berabanka is 723129.