Kirkapata - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Kirkapata is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Sadar and around 69 km from Bhawanipatna. Bhatangpadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirkapata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirkapata is 423378. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 766002 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kirkapata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Kirkapata
Kirkapata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunduri | North-West | 0.59 km |
| Padapanga | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Leheda | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Barangpadar | East | 1.68 km |
| Sanabatua | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Badjamkana | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Pirul | West | 2.57 km |
| Badabatua | East | 2.61 km |
| Odastala | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Naktibijepur | West | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kirkapata
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kirkapata. The nearest railway station is Dadpur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kirkapata is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kirkapata is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirkapata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirkapata 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kirkapata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirkapata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kirkapata
Where is Kirkapata located?
Kirkapata village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirkapata?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirkapata is Bhatangpadar.
What is the pincode of Kirkapata?
The pincode of Kirkapata is 766002.