Baliganda - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Baliganda is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahakalapada and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Gogua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baliganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baliganda is 397131. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 754224 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Baliganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Baliganda
Baliganda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhitara-kharinasi | West | 1.15 km |
| Kansardia | East | 1.57 km |
| Sanatubi | South | 2.24 km |
| Kharinasi | West | 3.09 km |
| Barakoli Khala | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Hetamundia | East | 4.51 km |
| Ramanagar | West | 4.58 km |
| Badatubi | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Nipania | South | 5.21 km |
| Jamboo | North | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baliganda
Baliganda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.5 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 Paradip to Baliganda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Baliganda is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baliganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baliganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Baliganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baliganda 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baliganda
Where is Baliganda located?
Baliganda village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baliganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baliganda is Gogua.
What is the pincode of Baliganda?
The pincode of Baliganda is 754224.