Balipada - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Balipada is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 67 km from Parajang and around 95 km from Dhenkanal. Ghagaramunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipada is 402208. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 759023 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Balipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Balipada
Balipada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katumunda | North | 1.59 km |
| Kandakhaman | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Sundarmundi | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Langalkhol | West | 2.60 km |
| Gatarei | East | 3.05 km |
| Siaria | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Naikanali | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Balijharan | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Bhejia | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Ghagaramunda | North | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balipada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Balipada. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.7 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 Balipada is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Balipada is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipada 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 Balipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipada 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 Balipada
Where is Balipada located?
Balipada village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Balipada is Ghagaramunda.
What is the pincode of Balipada?
The pincode of Balipada is 759023.