Velsari - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Velsari is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Brahmansahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velsari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velsari is 396047. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Velsari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Velsari
Velsari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandhapur | North-East | 0.64 km |
| Brahmansahi | North | 1.48 km |
| Penth | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Badanaukana | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Lunia | North | 2.02 km |
| Tamulia | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Prasanpur | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Kandhamara | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Jayapur | West | 2.78 km |
| Praharajpur | West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Velsari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Velsari. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 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 Pattamundai to Velsari is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Velsari is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velsari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velsari 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 Velsari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velsari 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 Velsari
Where is Velsari located?
Velsari village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velsari?
The Gram Panchayat of Velsari is Brahmansahi.
What is the pincode of Velsari?
The pincode of Velsari is 754225.