Naikapada - Bahanaga, Balasore
Naikapada is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Soro and around 20 km from Baleshwar. Bahanaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naikapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naikapada is 393852. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 756042 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Naikapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Naikapada
Naikapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bidurpali | West | 0.63 km |
| Bisipara | East | 0.89 km |
| Kapileswarbhumi | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Achyutpali | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Palash | West | 1.78 km |
| Sansanpur | South | 1.92 km |
| Kesalpura | East | 2.18 km |
| Daldaba Jungle | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Sanankaria | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naikapada
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Naikapada. The nearest railway station is Charmal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Naikapada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Naikapada is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naikapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naikapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Naikapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naikapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Naikapada
Where is Naikapada located?
Naikapada village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naikapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Naikapada is Bahanaga.
What is the pincode of Naikapada?
The pincode of Naikapada is 756042.