Ganiamentu - Raikia, Kandhamal
Ganiamentu is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Indragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganiamentu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganiamentu is 417645. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Ganiamentu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Ganiamentu
Ganiamentu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajurikhaman | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Naipeta | North | 1.22 km |
| Gandharibhuin | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Naringipali | East | 1.44 km |
| Sikriguda | South | 1.77 km |
| Dakapanga | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Mulukumaha | North | 3.49 km |
| Pipalabadi | East | 3.58 km |
| Kanasaru | South | 3.72 km |
| Barada | South-East | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganiamentu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ganiamentu. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 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 G. Udayagiri to Ganiamentu is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ganiamentu is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganiamentu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganiamentu 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 Ganiamentu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganiamentu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganiamentu
Where is Ganiamentu located?
Ganiamentu village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganiamentu?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganiamentu is Indragarh.
What is the pincode of Ganiamentu?
The pincode of Ganiamentu is 762101.