Mahukuri - Chilika, Khordha
Mahukuri is a village situated in the Chilika tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Banapur and around 60 km from Khordha . Kumandalapatna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahukuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahukuri is 408476. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mahukuri 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 Mahukuri
Mahukuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadasibapur | North-West | 0.68 km |
| Harikunda | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Baratangi | South | 1.08 km |
| Agadiapalli | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Hadakhai | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Nilakanthapur | North | 1.62 km |
| Baradihi | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Arjunapur | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Kulei | North | 1.85 km |
| Jibandeipur | North-East | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahukuri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mahukuri. The nearest railway station is Solari, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Mahukuri is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Mahukuri is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahukuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahukuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahukuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahukuri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahukuri
Where is Mahukuri located?
Mahukuri village is located in Chilika Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahukuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahukuri is Kumandalapatna.
What is the pincode of Mahukuri?
The pincode of Mahukuri is 752031.