Podiya
Podiya is a village located in Ambikapur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from Ambikapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Podiya village. As per 2009 stats, Podipa is the gram panchayat of Podiya village.
Podiya has its own place in the vibrant Surguja region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Podiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Podiya is 433012. The village spans a total geographical area of 305.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497001. Ambikapur is nearest town to Podiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Podiya
Below is a concise population overview of Podiya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,135 | 564 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 96 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 941 | 475 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 279 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 285 | 323 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Podiya village:
- The total population of Podiya village is around 1,135, including approximately 564 males and 571 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 184 children aged 0–6 years in Podiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Podiya village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 941 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Podiya village is about 46.43%, with male literacy at 49.47% and female literacy at 43.43%.
- There are around 229 households in Podiya village.
Connectivity of Podiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Podiya. As per the 2011 stats, Podiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Podiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Podiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Podiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Podiya
- Where is Podiya located?
- Podiya village is situated in Ambikapur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Podiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Podiya is Podipa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Podiya?
- The pincode of Podiya is 497001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Podiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Podiya is 1,135, with 564 males and 571 females.
- How many households are there in Podiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Podiya village has a total of 229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Podiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Podiya is 46.43%. The male literacy rate is 49.47%, while the female literacy rate is 43.43%.