Parikheta - Begunia, Khordha
Parikheta is a village situated in the Begunia tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Khordha and around 13 km from Khordha . Baghamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parikheta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parikheta is 407329. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 752055 pincode. Banki is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Parikheta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Parikheta
Parikheta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kantamalim | North | 0.74 km |
| Baghamari | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Champatisahi | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Ganpur | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Ostapur | North | 1.86 km |
| Simor | West | 2.30 km |
| Podadiha | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Atri | South | 2.49 km |
| Lokanathpur | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Jemabantadei | North-West | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parikheta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Parikheta. The nearest railway station is Dhaulimuhan, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.3 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 Banki to Parikheta is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Parikheta is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parikheta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parikheta 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parikheta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parikheta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parikheta
Where is Parikheta located?
Parikheta village is located in Begunia Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parikheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Parikheta is Baghamari.
What is the pincode of Parikheta?
The pincode of Parikheta is 752055.