Ichhapur of Howrah District lies about 3 km south of Patihal. Bargachia is north-east and Maju is south-west. Domjur, Rajapur and Jhapardaha are other surrounding locations.
A short trip to places such as Jagatballabhpur, famous for its pressed-nose dolls, Belur Mutt and Bally can be arranged from this town.
