Hurlung - Jhalda - I, Purulia
Hurlung is a village situated in the Jhalda - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from Jhalda and around 55.4 km from Purulia. Mathari-khamar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hurlung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hurlung is 331343. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.04 hectares and falls under the 723213 pincode.
Hurlung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Hurlung
Hurlung 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paramura | West | 0.79 km |
| Jojuhatu | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Keotia | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Dulla | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Uhatu | South | 1.55 km |
| Orddana | North | 1.83 km |
| Chhota Phuhara | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Olgara | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Kuki | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Burudi | South | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hurlung
Hurlung is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Illoo, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Purulia to Hurlung is about 55.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hurlung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hurlung 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hurlung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hurlung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hurlung
Where is Hurlung located?
Hurlung village is located in Jhalda - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hurlung?
The Gram Panchayat of Hurlung is Mathari-khamar.
What is the pincode of Hurlung?
The pincode of Hurlung is 723213.