Bighnapur - Remuna, Balasore
Bighnapur is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bampada and around 9 km from Baleshwar. Sergarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bighnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bighnapur is 392947. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 756051 pincode. Remuna is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bighnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bighnapur
Bighnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakramrai | North | 0.78 km |
| Uparsankia | North-East | 0.83 km |
| Barchhikhunta | North | 1.23 km |
| Ramachandi | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Chhanpur | East | 1.62 km |
| Baistambabar | North | 1.78 km |
| Khaparapada | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Sutei | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Pahadapur | West | 2.37 km |
| Shyamraipur | North | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bighnapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Bighnapur. The nearest railway station is Nilgiri Road, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Remuna to Bighnapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bighnapur is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bighnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bighnapur 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 Bighnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bighnapur 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bighnapur
Where is Bighnapur located?
Bighnapur village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bighnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bighnapur is Sergarh.
What is the pincode of Bighnapur?
The pincode of Bighnapur is 756051.