Guhiapahada - Banapur, Khordha
Guhiapahada is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Damiabarabara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guhiapahada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guhiapahada is 408431. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Guhiapahada 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 Guhiapahada
Guhiapahada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lodhabhuin | West | 0.99 km |
| Bengarajapalli | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Bhuskapada | East | 1.32 km |
| Parimanikapur | South | 1.48 km |
| Bahadakhola | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Champajharpalli | North | 1.77 km |
| Bhabanipur | East | 1.98 km |
| Manikpur | South | 2.25 km |
| Kusarada | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Pratapa | South | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guhiapahada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Guhiapahada. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 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 Guhiapahada is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Guhiapahada is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guhiapahada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guhiapahada 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 Guhiapahada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guhiapahada 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 Guhiapahada
Where is Guhiapahada located?
Guhiapahada village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guhiapahada?
The Gram Panchayat of Guhiapahada is Damiabarabara.
What is the pincode of Guhiapahada?
The pincode of Guhiapahada is 752031.