Marichakani - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Marichakani is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahakalapada and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Barakandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marichakani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marichakani is 397100. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 754224 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Marichakani 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 Marichakani
Marichakani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandhapara | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Mahula Kandha | East | 0.89 km |
| Kumbharapara | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Chheda Kani | South | 1.33 km |
| Dadhipur | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Batakuli | North | 1.45 km |
| Potakani | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Goja Bandha | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Bachhuria | East | 1.87 km |
| Baulapara | North-West | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marichakani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Marichakani. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 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 Kendrapara to Marichakani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marichakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marichakani 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 Marichakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marichakani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marichakani
Where is Marichakani located?
Marichakani village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marichakani?
The Gram Panchayat of Marichakani is Barakandha.
What is the pincode of Marichakani?
The pincode of Marichakani is 754224.