Bankanali - Puncha, Purulia
Bankanali is a village situated in the Puncha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.4 km from Puncha and around 56.1 km from Purulia. Bagda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankanali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankanali is 331069. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.66 hectares and falls under the 723151 pincode.
Bankanali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Bankanali
Bankanali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sargara | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Rangamatya | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Kundhurka | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Ramkundi | East | 1.79 km |
| Chak Gopalpur | West | 2.10 km |
| Lapara | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Damodarpur | South | 2.30 km |
| Samakata | East | 2.68 km |
| Shyampur | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Ledadi | North-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bankanali
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bankanali. The nearest railway station is Sirjam, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Purulia to Bankanali is about 56.1 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 Bankanali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankanali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bankanali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankanali 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bankanali
Where is Bankanali located?
Bankanali village is located in Puncha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankanali?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankanali is Bagda.
What is the pincode of Bankanali?
The pincode of Bankanali is 723151.