Kasipokhara - Banapur, Khordha
Kasipokhara is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Damiabarabara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasipokhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasipokhara is 408503. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kasipokhara 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 Kasipokhara
Kasipokhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maskabari | East | 0.39 km |
| Jarigada | North-West | 0.49 km |
| Ghodasalia | East | 0.95 km |
| Nathipada | East | 1.37 km |
| Baurigan | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Pratapa | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Kiajhari | East | 2.01 km |
| Manikpur | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Parimanikapur | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Kandhapunjiama | East | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kasipokhara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kasipokhara. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 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 Kasipokhara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Kasipokhara 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 Kasipokhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasipokhara 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 Kasipokhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasipokhara 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 Kasipokhara
Where is Kasipokhara located?
Kasipokhara village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasipokhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasipokhara is Damiabarabara.
What is the pincode of Kasipokhara?
The pincode of Kasipokhara is 752031.