Benupa - Kamakshyanagar, Dhenkanal
Benupa is a village situated in the Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamakshyanagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kadua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Benupa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Benupa is 402377. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 759026 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Benupa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Benupa
Benupa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalas(l) | West | 0.77 km |
| Kumulundi | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Gopigadia | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Chorampa | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Bhagirathipur | South | 2.78 km |
| Padhanabereni | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Saradhapur | North | 3.09 km |
| Galukateni | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Baunsapal | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Kakudia(l) | South-East | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Benupa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Benupa. The nearest railway station is Hindol Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.9 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 Kamakshyanagar to Benupa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Benupa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Benupa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Benupa 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 Benupa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Benupa 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 Benupa
Where is Benupa located?
Benupa village is located in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benupa?
The Gram Panchayat of Benupa is Kadua.
What is the pincode of Benupa?
The pincode of Benupa is 759026.