Mahalpada - Kanchili, Srikakulam
Mahalpada is a village situated in the Kanchili mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanchili and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Bhogabeni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahalpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahalpada is 580429. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 532290 pincode. Ichchapuram is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Mahalpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Mahalpada
Mahalpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rangumatia | North | 1.19 km |
| Daleswaram | North | 1.32 km |
| Bhogabeni | East | 1.51 km |
| Pudabhadra | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Bonamali | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Gopakeli | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Jennaghai | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Ragapuram | North | 2.36 km |
| Jalantrakota | South | 2.38 km |
| Aravasariapalle | North-East | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahalpada
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mahalpada. The nearest railway station is Sompeta, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 148.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ichchapuram to Mahalpada is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Mahalpada is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahalpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahalpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahalpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahalpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahalpada
Where is Mahalpada located?
Mahalpada village is located in Kanchili Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahalpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahalpada is Bhogabeni.
What is the pincode of Mahalpada?
The pincode of Mahalpada is 532290.