Palasasana - Nilagiri, Balasore
Palasasana is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Berhampur and around 96 km from Baleshwar. Dharampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasasana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasasana is 393295. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 756058 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Palasasana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Palasasana
Palasasana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Machhabhandar | North | 0.33 km |
| Isanendi | North | 0.71 km |
| Bankisahikodamada | East | 0.87 km |
| Baunsapala | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Dharampur | North | 1.15 km |
| Dhobahati | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Kanjiambasana | East | 1.54 km |
| Jhaljhalia | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Analapal | East | 2.04 km |
| Punasia | North-West | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palasasana
Public transport in the Palasasana is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khantapara, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.6 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 Nilagiri to Palasasana is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Palasasana is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasasana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasasana 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 Palasasana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasasana 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Palasasana
Where is Palasasana located?
Palasasana village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasasana?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasasana is Dharampur.
What is the pincode of Palasasana?
The pincode of Palasasana is 756058.