Khalapada - Shamakhunta, Mayurbhanj
Khalapada is a village situated in the Shamakhunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Koliana and around 30 km from Baripada. Khandia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalapada is 389371. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 757030 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khalapada 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 Khalapada
Khalapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vegibania | South-East | 0.23 km |
| Jhakamaki | South | 0.50 km |
| Badpanipal | North | 0.58 km |
| Jhagadidimpal | East | 0.76 km |
| Manika | South | 0.79 km |
| Bhomanal | West | 0.79 km |
| Angargadia | North-East | 1.02 km |
| Pachapani | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Jambhiripal | North | 1.18 km |
| Arjunia | North | 1.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khalapada
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Khalapada. The nearest railway station is Kuchai, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Khalapada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Khalapada 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 Khalapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khalapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khalapada
Where is Khalapada located?
Khalapada village is located in Shamakhunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalapada is Khandia.
What is the pincode of Khalapada?
The pincode of Khalapada is 757030.