Pakhalkhai - Harabhanga, Boudh
Pakhalkhai is a village situated in the Harabhanga tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Baudh Sadar and around 36 km from Baudh. Sarasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakhalkhai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakhalkhai is 418384. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 762014 pincode. Baudhgarh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Pakhalkhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boudh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Pakhalkhai
Pakhalkhai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badabankapada | North | 1.34 km |
| Balianta | South | 1.42 km |
| Kaleswor | North | 2.20 km |
| Lokanathkata | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Pipalkata | South | 2.41 km |
| Sarasara | West | 2.44 km |
| Raithani | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Bamanda | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Kelakata | South | 3.10 km |
| Maulisinga | North | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pakhalkhai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pakhalkhai. The nearest railway station is Rairakhol, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 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 Baudhgarh to Pakhalkhai is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Pakhalkhai is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakhalkhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakhalkhai 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 Pakhalkhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakhalkhai 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 Pakhalkhai
Where is Pakhalkhai located?
Pakhalkhai village is located in Harabhanga Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakhalkhai?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakhalkhai is Sarasara.
What is the pincode of Pakhalkhai?
The pincode of Pakhalkhai is 762014.