Banshgar - Jhalda - II, Purulia
Banshgar is a village situated in the Jhalda - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.6 km from Jhalda and around 39.2 km from Purulia. Chitmu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banshgar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banshgar is 331433. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.19 hectares and falls under the 723213 pincode. Jhalda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Banshgar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Banshgar
Banshgar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Banshgar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Banshgar. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Banshgar.
| 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 Jhalda to Banshgar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Banshgar is about 39.2 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 Banshgar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banshgar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banshgar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banshgar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banshgar
Where is Banshgar located?
Banshgar village is located in Jhalda - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banshgar?
The Gram Panchayat of Banshgar is Chitmu.
What is the pincode of Banshgar?
The pincode of Banshgar is 723213.