Nilakanthapur - Badasahi, Mayurbhanj
Nilakanthapur is a village situated in the Badasahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Barsahi and around 30 km from Baripada. Kochilakhunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nilakanthapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilakanthapur is 390652. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 757026 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Badasahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhapur | North | 0.57 km |
| Kuapal | South | 0.60 km |
| Muktapur | South-East | 0.70 km |
| Bhanjabati | East | 1.16 km |
| Arapata | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Mankadapal | North | 1.67 km |
| Balabhadrapur | South | 1.82 km |
| Singtia | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Sakua | North | 2.36 km |
| Dhanasahi | South | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nilakanthapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nilakanthapur. The nearest railway station is Krishnachandrapur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.8 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 Nilakanthapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Nilakanthapur is about 30 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nilakanthapur
Where is Nilakanthapur located?
Nilakanthapur village is located in Badasahi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilakanthapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilakanthapur is Kochilakhunta.
What is the pincode of Nilakanthapur?
The pincode of Nilakanthapur is 757026.