Atakalia - Bhograi, Balasore
Atakalia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Kamarda and around 63 km from Baleshwar. Durpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atakalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atakalia is 391865. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Atakalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Atakalia
Atakalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rautmandaruni | North | 0.85 km |
| Durpal | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Chaksalim | North | 1.41 km |
| Badamandaruni | West | 1.51 km |
| Baharda | South | 1.68 km |
| Kiarda | East | 2.05 km |
| Kanhupur | North | 2.17 km |
| Nahara | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Jaladha | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Kasimila | West | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atakalia
Public transport in the Atakalia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaleswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Atakalia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Atakalia is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atakalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atakalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Atakalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atakalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Atakalia
Where is Atakalia located?
Atakalia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atakalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Atakalia is Durpal.
What is the pincode of Atakalia?
The pincode of Atakalia is 756035.