Muktapur - Badasahi, Mayurbhanj
Muktapur is a village situated in the Badasahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Barsahi and around 36 km from Baripada. Kochilakhunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muktapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muktapur is 390648. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 757026 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Muktapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badasahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Muktapur
Muktapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuapal | West | 0.53 km |
| Nilakanthapur | North-West | 0.70 km |
| Bhanjabati | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Balabhadrapur | South | 1.19 km |
| Madhapur | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Arapata | West | 1.41 km |
| Singtia | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Dhanasahi | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Belapal | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Mankadapal | North | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muktapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Muktapur. The nearest railway station is Betnoti, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.4 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 Baripada to Muktapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Muktapur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muktapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muktapur 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 Muktapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muktapur 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 Muktapur
Where is Muktapur located?
Muktapur village is located in Badasahi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muktapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Muktapur is Kochilakhunta.
What is the pincode of Muktapur?
The pincode of Muktapur is 757026.