Fatamunda - Kantabanji, Balangir
Fatamunda is a village situated in the Kantabanji tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Turekela and around 48 km from Balangir. Mahakhand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatamunda is 420894. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 767060 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Fatamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Fatamunda
Fatamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandol | East | 1.16 km |
| Kandei | West | 1.40 km |
| Gadiajor | South | 1.85 km |
| Tikrapada | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Sandhibahal | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Bharuakani | South | 2.26 km |
| Mahakhand | East | 2.87 km |
| Mundkani | West | 3.23 km |
| Jubamal | West | 3.32 km |
| Jhidiridhoda | South | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fatamunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Fatamunda. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 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 Kantabanji to Fatamunda is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Fatamunda is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fatamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fatamunda 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 Fatamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fatamunda 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 Fatamunda
Where is Fatamunda located?
Fatamunda village is located in Kantabanji Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatamunda is Mahakhand.
What is the pincode of Fatamunda?
The pincode of Fatamunda is 767060.