Barikata - Banapur, Khordha
Barikata is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Niladriparashad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barikata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barikata is 408306. The village falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Barikata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Barikata
Barikata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Krushnatara | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Jiripada | South | 1.66 km |
| Katurikata | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Phasipada | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Nuagaon | South | 2.58 km |
| Bahadaput | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Brahmapada | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Baladiabari | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Dumudumi | East | 3.75 km |
| Niladriprasad | South-East | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barikata
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barikata. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.1 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 Banapur to Barikata is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Barikata is about 47 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 Barikata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barikata 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 Barikata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barikata 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 Barikata
Where is Barikata located?
Barikata village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barikata?
The Gram Panchayat of Barikata is Niladriparashad.
What is the pincode of Barikata?
The pincode of Barikata is 752031.