Maladiha - Basta, Balasore
Maladiha is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Basta and around 25 km from Baleshwar. Babarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maladiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maladiha is 392477. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Maladiha 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 Maladiha
Maladiha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basangadobha | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Sundarhata | South | 0.88 km |
| Gahirasimulia | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Routapada | West | 1.60 km |
| Dudhahansa | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Mechak | North | 1.72 km |
| Nalabahar | South | 1.85 km |
| Sankhudi | East | 1.87 km |
| Badkhudi | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Mathani | North-East | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maladiha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Maladiha. The nearest railway station is N Mayurbhanj Road, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.5 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 Baleshwar to Maladiha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maladiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maladiha 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 Maladiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maladiha 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 Maladiha
Where is Maladiha located?
Maladiha village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maladiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Maladiha is Babarda.
What is the pincode of Maladiha?
The pincode of Maladiha is 756029.