Matiapada - Brahmagiri, Puri
Matiapada is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Raididhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matiapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matiapada is 409931. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Matiapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Matiapada
Matiapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhandarikuda | South | 0.49 km |
| Raikera | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Ranapada | South | 1.26 km |
| Parikula | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Nijigadakokal | North | 1.50 km |
| Khataphiringi | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Raibidhar | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Chhatabara | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Chhotapur | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Bhubanapati | South | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matiapada
Public transport in the Matiapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nirakarpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 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 Puri to Matiapada 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 Matiapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matiapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Matiapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matiapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matiapada
Where is Matiapada located?
Matiapada village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matiapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Matiapada is Raididhara.
What is the pincode of Matiapada?
The pincode of Matiapada is 752011.