Banapada - Saharapada, Keonjhar
Banapada is a village situated in the Saharapada tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Patana and around 42 km from Kendujhar. Udayapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banapada is 385862. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 758045 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Banapada 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 Banapada
Banapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Govindapur | North | 1.22 km |
| Analadiha | West | 1.82 km |
| Silipada | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Ankura | South | 2.62 km |
| Balaniposi | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Raipur | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Kenduapada | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Laxmiposi | East | 3.42 km |
| Silida | West | 3.46 km |
| Bhimapada | South-West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banapada
Banapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.8 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 Karanjia to Banapada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Banapada is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banapada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banapada
Where is Banapada located?
Banapada village is located in Saharapada Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Banapada is Udayapur.
What is the pincode of Banapada?
The pincode of Banapada is 758045.