Pankapal - Dangadi, Jajpur
Pankapal is a village situated in the Dangadi tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Jakhapura and around 60 km from Jajapur . Pankapal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pankapal is 400592. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 755043 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pankapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sukinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Pankapal
Pankapal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manohar Pur | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Biritikar | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Raichhanda | South | 1.61 km |
| Kabatabandha (ct) | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Kaitha | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Bada Kuradia | West | 2.22 km |
| Gohiratikar | South | 2.52 km |
| Gobinda Pur | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Digambarpur | East | 2.69 km |
| Sana Kuradia | West | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pankapal
Pankapal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Brahmani Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Pankapal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Pankapal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pankapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pankapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pankapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pankapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pankapal
Where is Pankapal located?
Pankapal village is located in Dangadi Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pankapal?
Pankapal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pankapal?
The pincode of Pankapal is 755043.