Balipokhari - Patana, Keonjhar
Balipokhari is a village situated in the Patana tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Turumunga and around 54 km from Kendujhar. Rajanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balipokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balipokhari is 385725. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 758017 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Balipokhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Balipokhari
Balipokhari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodadhara | West | 0.41 km |
| Deogaon | East | 0.54 km |
| Rajanagar | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Kakharuabeda | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Kainda | North | 1.13 km |
| Malarpada | East | 1.70 km |
| Padiapasi | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Banmalipur | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Raikala | South | 2.22 km |
| Duaghata | South-East | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balipokhari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Balipokhari. The nearest railway station is Kendujhargarh, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.2 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 Kendujhar to Balipokhari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Balipokhari is about 54 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 Balipokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balipokhari 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 Balipokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balipokhari 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 Balipokhari
Where is Balipokhari located?
Balipokhari village is located in Patana Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balipokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Balipokhari is Rajanagar.
What is the pincode of Balipokhari?
The pincode of Balipokhari is 758017.