Hursi - Jhalda - II, Purulia
Hursi is a village situated in the Jhalda - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.9 km from Jhalda and around 43.1 km from Purulia. Nowahatu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hursi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hursi is 331448. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.62 hectares and falls under the 723213 pincode.
Hursi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Hursi
Hursi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pargo | North | 1.77 km |
| Nawahatu | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Murulahar | South | 3.11 km |
| Damrughutu | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Belamu | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Tiraldi Alias Goaladi | South | 3.93 km |
| Sulung Lahar | North | 4.83 km |
| Karche | North-West | 5.40 km |
| Barbenda | East | 5.48 km |
| Kulaghutu | South-East | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hursi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Hursi. The nearest railway station is Kotshila, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Purulia to Hursi is about 43.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hursi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hursi 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 Hursi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hursi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hursi
Where is Hursi located?
Hursi village is located in Jhalda - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hursi?
The Gram Panchayat of Hursi is Nowahatu.
What is the pincode of Hursi?
The pincode of Hursi is 723213.