Maghakhunta - Basta, Balasore
Maghakhunta is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from Rupsa and around 29 km from Baleshwar. Routpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maghakhunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maghakhunta is 392613. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 756028 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Maghakhunta 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 Maghakhunta
Maghakhunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badajahata | West | 0.90 km |
| Bhararapal | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Jhinkiria | East | 1.15 km |
| Oriasasan | South | 1.25 km |
| Taraibati | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Paschimsimulia | West | 1.84 km |
| Routapada | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Barhapal | South | 2.38 km |
| Lachhamankhunta | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Sanajahata | West | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maghakhunta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Maghakhunta. The nearest railway station is N Mayurbhanj Road, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.7 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 Maghakhunta is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maghakhunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maghakhunta 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 Maghakhunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maghakhunta 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 Maghakhunta
Where is Maghakhunta located?
Maghakhunta village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maghakhunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Maghakhunta is Routpada.
What is the pincode of Maghakhunta?
The pincode of Maghakhunta is 756028.