Tankupada - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Tankupada is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Bada Banapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tankupada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tankupada is 405931. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tankupada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Tankupada
Tankupada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopinathpur | South-West | 0.87 km |
| Nayana Sagar | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Patakukuta | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Mareikana | East | 1.41 km |
| Suliapahad | West | 1.80 km |
| Chaitanapur | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Badabanapur | North | 2.40 km |
| Benagadia | South | 3.09 km |
| Sarapokhari | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Bara Khola | West | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tankupada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tankupada. The nearest railway station is Meramandolil, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Tankupada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tankupada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tankupada 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 Tankupada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tankupada 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 Tankupada
Where is Tankupada located?
Tankupada village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tankupada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tankupada is Bada Banapur.
What is the pincode of Tankupada?
The pincode of Tankupada is 752077.