Bedhapal - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj
Bedhapal is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Jharpokharia and around 45 km from Baripada. Murunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedhapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedhapal is 387965. The village covers a total geographical area of 2 hectares and falls under the 757031 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bedhapal 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 Bedhapal
Bedhapal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barunabeda | North-West | 0.70 km |
| Badaratila | East | 0.74 km |
| Bangan | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Muchyasai | North | 1.32 km |
| Akashchhinra | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Murunia | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Chhenraghati Kashipal | East | 1.80 km |
| Machhakandana | West | 1.98 km |
| Mundhabani | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Kuldiha | South | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bedhapal
Bedhapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajalukah, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Bedhapal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bedhapal is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedhapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedhapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bedhapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedhapal 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 Bedhapal
Where is Bedhapal located?
Bedhapal village is located in Saraskana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedhapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedhapal is Murunia.
What is the pincode of Bedhapal?
The pincode of Bedhapal is 757031.