Nilakanthapur - Banapur, Khordha
Nilakanthapur is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Balugaon and around 76 km from Khordha . Kulei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nilakanthapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilakanthapur is 408181. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 752030 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Nilakanthapur 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 Nilakanthapur
Nilakanthapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulei | North-West | 0.55 km |
| Jibandeipur | East | 0.83 km |
| Harikunda | South | 1.16 km |
| Hadakhai | West | 1.23 km |
| Sadasibapur | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Madhusudanpur | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Agadiapalli | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Mahukuri | South | 1.62 km |
| Mansinghpur | West | 1.89 km |
| Sunakhala | East | 1.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nilakanthapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Nilakanthapur. The nearest railway station is Solari, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Nilakanthapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Nilakanthapur is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nilakanthapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilakanthapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Nilakanthapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilakanthapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Nilakanthapur
Where is Nilakanthapur located?
Nilakanthapur village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilakanthapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilakanthapur is Kulei.
What is the pincode of Nilakanthapur?
The pincode of Nilakanthapur is 752030.