Majhikuda Village - Baliapal, Balasore
Majhikuda is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Baliapal and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Nikhira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhikuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhikuda is 392108. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Majhikuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Majhikuda
Majhikuda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sataguhalia | South | 0.96 km |
| Amachua | West | 1.25 km |
| Dhamatpur | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Nanguri | West | 1.34 km |
| Harinkuli | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Bhagirathipur | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Sarajpur | West | 1.74 km |
| Bainchua | East | 1.84 km |
| Jugadiha | West | 2.39 km |
| Kathasagara | North-West | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Majhikuda
Majhikuda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Digha Flag Station, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.1 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 Baleshwar to Majhikuda is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Majhikuda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhikuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhikuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Majhikuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhikuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Majhikuda
Where is Majhikuda located?
Majhikuda village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majhikuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhikuda is Nikhira.
What is the pincode of Majhikuda?
The pincode of Majhikuda is 756023.