Birkicha - Para, Purulia
Birkicha is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.2 km from Para and around 39.5 km from Purulia. Para serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birkicha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birkicha is 330095. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.34 hectares and falls under the 723155 pincode.
Birkicha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Birkicha
Birkicha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kelahi | West | 0.91 km |
| Hariharpur | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Beryadi | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Jabarra | South | 1.53 km |
| Chungari | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Sharbarya | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Para | North | 2.61 km |
| Sidhabari | West | 2.64 km |
| Chhotairga | West | 2.86 km |
| Jhanpara | South | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birkicha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Birkicha. The nearest railway station is Bagalia, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 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 Birkicha is about 39.5 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 Birkicha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birkicha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birkicha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birkicha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birkicha
Where is Birkicha located?
Birkicha village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birkicha?
The Gram Panchayat of Birkicha is Para.
What is the pincode of Birkicha?
The pincode of Birkicha is 723155.