Jamkanali - Kashipur, Purulia
Jamkanali is a village situated in the Kashipur subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.3 km from Kashipur and around 60.6 km from Purulia. Manihara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamkanali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamkanali is 330699. The village covers a total geographical area of 3.24 hectares and falls under the 723132 pincode.
Jamkanali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Jamkanali
Jamkanali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Radhamadhabpur Alias Angaradi | North | 0.60 km |
| Sirjam | South | 1.16 km |
| Mahujora | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Nandaradih | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Baindi | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Jambani | North | 1.53 km |
| Bharatdih | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Mantoria | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Barmagura Alias Sialdanga | North | 2.19 km |
| Murlu | West | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamkanali
Jamkanali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sirjam, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Purulia to Jamkanali is about 60.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamkanali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamkanali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamkanali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamkanali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamkanali
Where is Jamkanali located?
Jamkanali village is located in Kashipur Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamkanali?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamkanali is Manihara.
What is the pincode of Jamkanali?
The pincode of Jamkanali is 723132.