Binakarkateni - Odapada, Dhenkanal

Binakarkateni is a village situated in the Odapada tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Motunga and around 35 km from Dhenkanal. Naya Bhagirathipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Binakarkateni village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Binakarkateni is 402917. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 759121 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.

Binakarkateni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Binakarkateni

According to the 2011 Census, Binakarkateni village had a total population of 587 people, including 292 males and 295 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.61%, with male literacy at 85.27% and female literacy at 72.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Binakarkateni

Binakarkateni 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Binakarkateni

Binakarkateni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nayabagirthipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Binakarkateni is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Binakarkateni is about 35 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 Binakarkateni

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Binakarkateni village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Binakarkateni

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Binakarkateni village are given below:

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