Podaki - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Podaki is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Pondki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podaki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podaki is 502285. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.74 hectares and falls under the 484887 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Podaki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podaki
As per Census 2011, Podaki village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 183 males and 276 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,508 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 183 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 307 | 110 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 132 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 51 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Podaki
Podaki 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 Podaki
Podaki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Podaki is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Podaki is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podaki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podaki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Podaki
Where is Podaki located?
Podaki village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podaki?
The Gram Panchayat of Podaki is Pondki.
What is the pincode of Podaki?
The pincode of Podaki is 484887.
What is the population of Podaki?
Podaki has a total population of 459, including 183 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Podaki?
There are 99 households in Podaki.
What is the literacy rate in Podaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podaki is 62.53%. Male literacy is 72.13% and female literacy is 56.16%.