Baharkuda - Kanas, Puri
Baharkuda is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Gadisagada and around 35 km from Puri. Khandahota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baharkuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baharkuda is 410115. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 752019 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Baharkuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Baharkuda
Baharkuda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Luniabindha | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Kadua | West | 1.24 km |
| Siripur | East | 1.39 km |
| Baghamunda | North | 1.50 km |
| Kalighadi | North | 1.54 km |
| Tainlo | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Bedhatandula | North | 2.40 km |
| Kalapadar | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Jamilagoda | South | 2.54 km |
| Pahilundi | North | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baharkuda
Public transport in the Baharkuda 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 31.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Baharkuda 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 Baharkuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baharkuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baharkuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baharkuda 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 Baharkuda
Where is Baharkuda located?
Baharkuda village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baharkuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baharkuda is Khandahota.
What is the pincode of Baharkuda?
The pincode of Baharkuda is 752019.