Gargatbahal - Puncha, Purulia
Gargatbahal is a village situated in the Puncha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.1 km from Puncha and around 25.1 km from Purulia. Panipathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gargatbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gargatbahal is 331128. The village covers a total geographical area of 4.55 hectares and falls under the 723101 pincode.
Gargatbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Gargatbahal
Gargatbahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatamdi | South-East | 0.46 km |
| Kalipur | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Palma | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Penchara | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Makarka | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Darodi | North | 1.89 km |
| Katrahi | West | 1.90 km |
| Punura | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Negurya | East | 2.67 km |
| Kumia | North-West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gargatbahal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gargatbahal. The nearest railway station is Tamna, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 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 Gargatbahal is about 25.1 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 Gargatbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gargatbahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gargatbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gargatbahal 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 Gargatbahal
Where is Gargatbahal located?
Gargatbahal village is located in Puncha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gargatbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gargatbahal is Panipathar.
What is the pincode of Gargatbahal?
The pincode of Gargatbahal is 723101.