Potakani - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Potakani is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahakalapada and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Barakandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Potakani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potakani is 397108. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 754153 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Potakani 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 Potakani
Potakani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachhuria | North-East | 0.80 km |
| Chheda Kani | West | 1.03 km |
| Kochila | East | 1.20 km |
| Barakandha | South | 1.39 km |
| Mahula Kandha | North | 1.43 km |
| Marichakani | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Bandhapara | West | 1.74 km |
| Sarumunhi | East | 1.92 km |
| Sathiabati | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Guptagiri | South-East | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Potakani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Potakani. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 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 Kendrapara to Potakani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Potakani is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potakani 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 Potakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potakani 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 Potakani
Where is Potakani located?
Potakani village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potakani?
The Gram Panchayat of Potakani is Barakandha.
What is the pincode of Potakani?
The pincode of Potakani is 754153.