Balimundali - Harichandanpur, Keonjhar
Balimundali is a village situated in the Harichandanpur tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Pandapara and around 40 km from Kendujhar. Janghira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balimundali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balimundali is 386547. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 758079 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Balimundali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Balimundali
Balimundali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koya | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Taunlahata | North | 1.18 km |
| Rankaniposi | North | 1.40 km |
| Chheliapanka | South | 1.45 km |
| Janghira | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Kantapada | East | 1.73 km |
| Brahmanapanga | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Alanapada | North | 2.11 km |
| Kantaposi | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Hatinota | North | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balimundali
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Balimundali. The nearest railway station is Basantapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Balimundali is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Balimundali is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balimundali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balimundali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Balimundali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balimundali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Balimundali
Where is Balimundali located?
Balimundali village is located in Harichandanpur Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balimundali?
The Gram Panchayat of Balimundali is Janghira.
What is the pincode of Balimundali?
The pincode of Balimundali is 758079.