Handidihi - Odagaon, Nayagarh
Handidihi is a village situated in the Odagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Sarankul and around 15 km from Nayagarh . Kajalaipalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handidihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handidihi is 406743. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 752080 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Handidihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Handidihi
Handidihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masanijhola | East | 0.89 km |
| Belaragadi | North | 1.22 km |
| Punipada | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Simili | South | 1.39 km |
| Durudurapali | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Pankalbari | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Kajalaipallisasan | North | 3.21 km |
| Kurumundali | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Badakutuni | North | 3.28 km |
| Gochha | South-West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handidihi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Handidihi. The nearest railway station is Solari, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 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 Nayagarh to Handidihi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handidihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handidihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Handidihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handidihi 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 Handidihi
Where is Handidihi located?
Handidihi village is located in Odagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handidihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Handidihi is Kajalaipalli.
What is the pincode of Handidihi?
The pincode of Handidihi is 752080.