Podapadar - Athmallik, Angul
Podapadar is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Athmallik and around 115 km from Anugul . Luhasingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapadar is 404877. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Podapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Podapadar village had a total population of 53 people, including 23 males and 30 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,304 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.35%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Podapadar
Podapadar 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 Podapadar
Public transport in the Podapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Athamallik to Podapadar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Podapadar is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapadar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podapadar
Where is Podapadar located?
Podapadar village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapadar is Luhasingha.
What is the pincode of Podapadar?
The pincode of Podapadar is 759125.
What is the population of Podapadar?
Podapadar had a total population of 53, including 23 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Podapadar?
Podapadar had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapadar was 67.35%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 57.14%.