Rakta - Santuri, Purulia
Rakta is a village situated in the Santuri subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.1 km from Santuri and around 71 km from Purulia. Balitora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakta is 330495. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.73 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode.
Rakta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Rakta
Rakta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sashpur | North | 0.65 km |
| Madhukunda Alias Mokura | South | 0.88 km |
| Chandurdi | East | 1.40 km |
| Beljhupa | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Baltora | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Kalaid | South | 1.99 km |
| Ektira | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Poradiha | East | 2.23 km |
| Chapabera Chak | South | 2.48 km |
| Kalikapur | South-East | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rakta
The nearest railway station is Madhukunda, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Purulia to Rakta is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Rakta
Where is Rakta located?
Rakta village is located in Santuri Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakta?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakta is Balitora.
What is the pincode of Rakta?
The pincode of Rakta is 723133.