Masani - Kamakshyanagar, Dhenkanal
Masani is a village situated in the Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamakshyanagar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Dighi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masani is 402434. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 759018 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Masani 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 Masani
Masani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kairanali | South | 0.97 km |
| Kumbharunipasi | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Jiral | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Goradia | South | 2.07 km |
| Dimiria | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Bankual | North | 2.44 km |
| Dighi | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Shyamasundarpur | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Sasapasi | North | 2.72 km |
| Balipada | South | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Masani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Masani. The nearest railway station is Dandi Mal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 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 Kamakshyanagar to Masani is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Masani is about 37 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 Masani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masani 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 Masani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masani 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 Masani
Where is Masani located?
Masani village is located in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masani?
The Gram Panchayat of Masani is Dighi.
What is the pincode of Masani?
The pincode of Masani is 759018.