Podi - Madwas, Sidhi
Podi is a village situated in the Madwas tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Majhauli and around 50 km from Sidhi. Jodauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podi is 503167. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.14 hectares and falls under the 486669 pincode. Majhauli is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Podi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhauhani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podi
As per Census 2011, Podi village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 177 males and 188 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 177 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 36 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 127 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 50 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Podi
Podi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hadwar | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Jodauri | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Sonvarsha | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Dudhmaniya | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Chauhanan Tola | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Nargi | South | 2.03 km |
| Akauna | North | 2.26 km |
| Akla | West | 2.27 km |
| Sulkhan | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Kamchad | East | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Podi. The nearest railway station is Joba, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majhauli to Podi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Podi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Madwas Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podi?
The Gram Panchayat of Podi is Jodauri.
What is the pincode of Podi?
The pincode of Podi is 486669.
What is the population of Podi?
Podi has a total population of 365, including 177 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Podi?
There are 93 households in Podi.
What is the literacy rate in Podi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podi is 72.05%. Male literacy is 71.75% and female literacy is 72.34%.