Podi - Kurupam, Parvathipuram Manyam
Podi is a village situated in the Kurupam mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Kurupam and around 129 km from Vizianagaram. Podi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podi is 582009. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 535523 pincode. Parvathipuram is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Podi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Podi
According to the 2011 Census, Podi village had a total population of 662 people, including 339 males and 323 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.56%, with male literacy at 69.71% and female literacy at 43.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 661.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 662 | 339 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 661 | 339 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 214 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 125 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Podi
Podi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Podi
Podi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parvathipuram to Podi is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Podi is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Podi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podi
Where is Podi located?
Podi village is located in Kurupam Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podi?
Podi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Podi?
The pincode of Podi is 535523.
What is the population of Podi?
Podi had a total population of 662, including 339 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Podi?
Podi had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podi was 56.56%. Male literacy was 69.71% and female literacy was 43.23%.