Village code 339574

Gaichandra Village, Jhargram Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Gaichandra is a village in Jhargram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Gaichandra village map in West Bengal
Gaichandra village map image for Jhargram Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Gaichandra is a village in Jhargram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. For Gaichandra, the population is 158, PIN code is 721507 and Census village code is 339574. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Gaichandra village
Village code339574
PIN code721507
Population158
Households39
Area20.78 ha / 0.21 sq. km / 51 acres
Population density760 people per sq. km
Sex ratio1107 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townJhargram (8 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 721507. This helps users verify the postal area for Gaichandra, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Gaichandra village
PIN code721507
Post offices linked with this PINJhargram HO, Jamda SO West Midnapore, and Raghunathpur SO West Midnapore
Best matching post officeJhargram HO (Head office)
Delivery office records1
Postal districtJhargram
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionMidnapore Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Gaichandra comes under Gaichandra gram panchayat and Jhargram C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Jhargram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Jhargram at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Midnapur, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Gaichandra
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPaschim Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPaschim Medinipur
State code19
District code344
Block / Census sub-district code2454
C.D. Block code301
Block panchayat code301

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Gaichandra village and its household count.

Total population

158 residents in 39 households

Male population

75

Female population

83

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 93; Scheduled Tribes: 60

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Senior secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Gaichandra
ASHA workerNot available in village

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Gaichandra
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreNot available in village
Assembly polling stationNot available in village
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Gaichandra
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power17 hours per day
Winter domestic power21 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Gaichandra
Net area sown16.41 hectares
Irrigated area15.46 hectares
Unirrigated area0.95 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area10.75 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area4.71 hectares
Forest area0.33 hectares
Non-agricultural area2.02 hectares
Main cropPaddy

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Gaichandra
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Gaichandra

Jhargram (8 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Jhargram is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Gaichandra
Nearest major townJhargram (8 km)
Block headquartersJhargram
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Gaichandra. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Gaichandra
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Senior Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Covered WellAvailable
Covered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Covered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gaichandra village located?

Gaichandra is located in Jhargram Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Paschim Medinipur.

Which Block is Gaichandra in?

Gaichandra is in Jhargram Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Gaichandra in?

District: Paschim Medinipur.

What is the village code of Gaichandra?

The Census village code of Gaichandra is 339574.

What is the PIN code of Gaichandra?

The PIN code reported for Gaichandra is 721507.

What is the population of Gaichandra?

Gaichandra has 158 residents in 39 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Gaichandra?

The nearest statutory town to Gaichandra is Jhargram (8 km).

Which crops are grown in Gaichandra?

The main crops reported for Gaichandra are Paddy.

What land-use details are available for Gaichandra?

Land-use details for Gaichandra include net area sown: 16.41 hectares, irrigated area: 15.46 hectares, and unirrigated area: 0.95 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Gaichandra?

Government primary school status for Gaichandra is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Gaichandra?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Gaichandra?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Gaichandra?

The total geographical area of Gaichandra is 20.78 hectares.

How many households are in Gaichandra?

Gaichandra has 39 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Gaichandra?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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