Kerandichak - Basta, Balasore
Kerandichak is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Basta and around 48 km from Baleshwar. Purusottampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerandichak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerandichak is 392312. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kerandichak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Kerandichak
Kerandichak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tentulimundi | East | 0.52 km |
| Kendukhunta | North-West | 0.86 km |
| Panasapada | North | 1.33 km |
| Purusottampur | East | 1.40 km |
| Chasipara | South | 1.49 km |
| Bagaldiha | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Sarisa | East | 1.80 km |
| Badhimunha | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Kanpur | West | 2.26 km |
| Kasalpara | East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kerandichak
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kerandichak. The nearest railway station is Amarda Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.3 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 Jaleswar to Kerandichak is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kerandichak 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 Kerandichak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerandichak 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 Kerandichak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerandichak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerandichak
Where is Kerandichak located?
Kerandichak village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerandichak?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerandichak is Purusottampur.
What is the pincode of Kerandichak?
The pincode of Kerandichak is 756029.