Gandabahali - Sonapur, Sonepur
Gandabahali is a village situated in the Sonapur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Sonapur and around 42 km from Subarnapur. Kalapathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandabahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandabahali is 419591. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 767017 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Gandabahali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Gandabahali
Gandabahali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipilipali | East | 0.92 km |
| Gatarkela | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Dahaja | West | 1.14 km |
| Dhubamunda | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Ambagahana | South | 1.78 km |
| Singhari | East | 1.95 km |
| Janmura | East | 2.46 km |
| Kustapali | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Lakarma | West | 2.67 km |
| Badajhinki | North-East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandabahali
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gandabahali. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 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 Sonapur to Gandabahali is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Gandabahali is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandabahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandabahali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gandabahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandabahali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gandabahali
Where is Gandabahali located?
Gandabahali village is located in Sonapur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandabahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandabahali is Kalapathar.
What is the pincode of Gandabahali?
The pincode of Gandabahali is 767017.