Pankalaguda - Mohana, Gajapati
Pankalaguda is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Adva and around 63 km from Paralakhemundi. Birikote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pankalaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pankalaguda is 413557. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Pankalaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Pankalaguda
Pankalaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gundripanka | East | 1.44 km |
| Punjasaragi | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Adapanka | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Jungle Block 45 | South | 2.82 km |
| Padagaon | East | 3.36 km |
| Kandhapani Ganda | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Birikote | West | 4.05 km |
| Solaguda | South | 4.15 km |
| Jhiliki | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Dengili | South-West | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pankalaguda
Pankalaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.0 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 Digapahandi to Pankalaguda is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Pankalaguda is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pankalaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pankalaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pankalaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pankalaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pankalaguda
Where is Pankalaguda located?
Pankalaguda village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pankalaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pankalaguda is Birikote.
What is the pincode of Pankalaguda?
The pincode of Pankalaguda is 761217.