Bankamunda - Pallahara, Angul
Bankamunda is a village situated in the Pallahara tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Khamar and around 85 km from Anugul . Parachhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankamunda is 403655. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 759118 pincode. Palalahada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bankamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bankamunda
Bankamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaluki | West | 0.55 km |
| Kantiapasi | East | 0.83 km |
| Ekanatal | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Dimirinali | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Godaramunda | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Hansamunda | West | 2.02 km |
| Balipasi | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Dangamanga | East | 2.16 km |
| Parachhat | North | 2.33 km |
| Seepur | South | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bankamunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bankamunda. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.3 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 Palalahada to Bankamunda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Bankamunda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankamunda 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 Bankamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankamunda 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 Bankamunda
Where is Bankamunda located?
Bankamunda village is located in Pallahara Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankamunda is Parachhat.
What is the pincode of Bankamunda?
The pincode of Bankamunda is 759118.