Pidhakata Hill - Bisoi, Mayurbhanj
Pidhakata Hill is a village situated in the Bisoi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisoi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Luhakani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pidhakata Hill village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pidhakata Hill is 388034. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 757048 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pidhakata Hill village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Pidhakata Hill
Pidhakata Hill 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gargadi | North-East | 0.78 km |
| Banpokharia | South | 1.27 km |
| Kashipentha | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Edelbeda | West | 1.49 km |
| Fuljhara | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Kundurukocha | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Jodia | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Kundra | South | 2.57 km |
| Bandhagaon | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Laxmiposi | South-West | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pidhakata Hill
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pidhakata Hill. The nearest railway station is Bangriposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Pidhakata Hill is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Pidhakata Hill is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pidhakata Hill
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pidhakata Hill 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pidhakata Hill
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pidhakata Hill 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pidhakata Hill
Where is Pidhakata Hill located?
Pidhakata Hill village is located in Bisoi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pidhakata Hill?
The Gram Panchayat of Pidhakata Hill is Luhakani.
What is the pincode of Pidhakata Hill?
The pincode of Pidhakata Hill is 757048.