Naikapali - Ulunda, Sonepur
Naikapali is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Biramaharajpur and around 27 km from Subarnapur. Kotsamalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naikapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naikapali is 419289. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Naikapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Naikapali
Naikapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghapali | South-East | 0.65 km |
| Ranipali | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Ballabhapali | South | 2.52 km |
| Nakdein | West | 2.64 km |
| Kotsamali | East | 2.70 km |
| Kotsamalijungle | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Redam | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Krushnanagar | South | 3.88 km |
| Redam Jungle | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Sindiriabahal | South-West | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naikapali
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Naikapali. The nearest railway station is Charmal, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 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 Sonapur to Naikapali is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Naikapali is about 27 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 Naikapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naikapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naikapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naikapali 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 Naikapali
Where is Naikapali located?
Naikapali village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naikapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Naikapali is Kotsamalai.
What is the pincode of Naikapali?
The pincode of Naikapali is 767018.