Kothapahi - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Kothapahi is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Kantapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothapahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothapahi is 395653. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 754220 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kothapahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Kothapahi
Kothapahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzapur | South | 1.20 km |
| Balibhanda | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Deulasahi | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Sihopada | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Ujanga | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Baruna | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Patuli | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Agapada | North | 2.70 km |
| Dasipur | South | 2.75 km |
| Parimakundapur | South-East | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothapahi
Kothapahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baudpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 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 Pattamundai to Kothapahi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kothapahi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothapahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothapahi 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 km |
Health Facilities in Kothapahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothapahi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kothapahi
Where is Kothapahi located?
Kothapahi village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothapahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothapahi is Kantapada.
What is the pincode of Kothapahi?
The pincode of Kothapahi is 754220.