Mechak - Basta, Balasore
Mechak is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Basta and around 30 km from Baleshwar. Babarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mechak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mechak is 392472. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mechak 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 Mechak
Mechak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talatapanda | East | 0.93 km |
| Barida | North | 0.97 km |
| Gahirasimulia | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Basangadobha | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Jhinkiria | West | 1.60 km |
| Mathani | East | 1.69 km |
| Radhakrushnapur | North | 1.70 km |
| Maladiha | South | 1.72 km |
| Upartapanda | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Taraibati | West | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mechak
Mechak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is N Mayurbhanj Road, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Mechak is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mechak is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mechak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mechak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mechak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mechak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mechak
Where is Mechak located?
Mechak village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mechak?
The Gram Panchayat of Mechak is Babarda.
What is the pincode of Mechak?
The pincode of Mechak is 756029.