Bankadunguri - Bijatala, Mayurbhanj
Bankadunguri is a village situated in the Bijatala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Gorumahisani and around 60 km from Baripada. Manikpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankadunguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankadunguri is 387764. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 757042 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bankadunguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bankadunguri
Bankadunguri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhanchhatar | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Pahadpur | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Chadeipahadi | North | 1.24 km |
| Daleidihi | South | 2.58 km |
| Saranda Bisoihill | West | 2.84 km |
| Dumurikudar | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Khejurijharan | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Sarlihill | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Saranda | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Henselgoda | South | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bankadunguri
Public transport in the Bankadunguri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuldiha, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 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 Rairangpur to Bankadunguri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bankadunguri 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 Bankadunguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankadunguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bankadunguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankadunguri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bankadunguri
Where is Bankadunguri located?
Bankadunguri village is located in Bijatala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankadunguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankadunguri is Manikpur.
What is the pincode of Bankadunguri?
The pincode of Bankadunguri is 757042.