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.

Here you can discover what makes Podiya unique in its vibrant Ambikapur-Surguja region. You’ll see Podiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Podiya has a total population of about 1,135, with approximately 564 males and 571 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 941. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.43%, with male literacy at about 49.47% and female literacy near 43.43%. There are around 229 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Podiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.