Nilakanthpada Village - Gop, Puri
Nilakanthpada is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from Sadar and around 35 km from Puri. Chhaitana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nilakanthpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilakanthpada is 409838. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 752004 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Nilakanthpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puri Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Nilakanthpada
Nilakanthpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaindol | South | 1.06 km |
| Gadabhingura | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Nalihana | West | 1.47 km |
| Dohitakhanda | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Shirihana | West | 2.03 km |
| Nakhisahi | South | 2.08 km |
| Thorab | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Bagha | North | 2.34 km |
| Banbarada | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Phanaphana | West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nilakanthpada
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nilakanthpada. The nearest railway station is Malatipatpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Nilakanthpada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Nilakanthpada is about 35 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 Nilakanthpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilakanthpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nilakanthpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilakanthpada 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nilakanthpada
Where is Nilakanthpada located?
Nilakanthpada village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilakanthpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilakanthpada is Chhaitana.
What is the pincode of Nilakanthpada?
The pincode of Nilakanthpada is 752004.