Podisa - Kurupam, Parvathipuram Manyam
Podisa is a village situated in the Kurupam mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Kurupam and around 163 km from Vizianagaram. Voosakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podisa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podisa is 582017. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 535534 pincode. Parvathipuram is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Podisa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Podisa
As per Census 2011, Podisa village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 166 males and 160 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 308 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podisa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 166 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 159 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 48 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 118 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Podisa
Podisa 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 Podisa
Podisa 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 5-10 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 Podisa is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Podisa is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podisa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podisa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podisa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podisa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podisa
Where is Podisa located?
Podisa village is located in Kurupam Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podisa?
The Gram Panchayat of Podisa is Voosakonda.
What is the pincode of Podisa?
The pincode of Podisa is 535534.
What is the population of Podisa?
Podisa has a total population of 326, including 166 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Podisa?
There are 87 households in Podisa.
What is the literacy rate in Podisa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podisa is 23.31%. Male literacy is 28.92% and female literacy is 17.50%.