Benajhaki - Jaleswar, Balasore
Benajhaki is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Jaleswar and around 61 km from Baleshwar. Sugo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benajhaki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benajhaki is 391457. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 756084 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Benajhaki 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 Benajhaki
Benajhaki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehilimari | North-West | 0.56 km |
| Bhurukunda | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Dhansimulia | East | 1.28 km |
| Ambaliatha | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Pasbela | East | 1.99 km |
| Beligopinathpur | North | 2.18 km |
| Bejami | North | 2.26 km |
| Taldobi | East | 2.29 km |
| Jamjhatia | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Banida | South-East | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Benajhaki
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Benajhaki. The nearest railway station is Jaleswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.7 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 Jaleswar to Benajhaki is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Benajhaki is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benajhaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benajhaki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Benajhaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benajhaki 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 Benajhaki
Where is Benajhaki located?
Benajhaki village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benajhaki?
The Gram Panchayat of Benajhaki is Sugo.
What is the pincode of Benajhaki?
The pincode of Benajhaki is 756084.