Banipadi - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Banipadi is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Balipokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banipadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banipadi is 394525. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Banipadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Banipadi
Banipadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mantapur | South | 0.94 km |
| Telipadi | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Benipur | North | 1.44 km |
| Mituani | East | 1.45 km |
| Josotikiri | West | 1.48 km |
| Nerada | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Akhuapada | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Ranjit | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Puripada | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Jagannathprasad | South | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banipadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Banipadi. The nearest railway station is Dulakhapatna, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.4 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 Bhadrak to Banipadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banipadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banipadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banipadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banipadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banipadi
Where is Banipadi located?
Banipadi village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banipadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Banipadi is Balipokhari.
What is the pincode of Banipadi?
The pincode of Banipadi is 756120.