Podhmunda - Muribahal, Balangir
Podhmunda is a village situated in the Muribahal tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Titlagarh and around 86 km from Balangir. Bankel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podhmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podhmunda is 421475. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 767033 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Podhmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podhmunda
According to the 2011 Census, Podhmunda village had a total population of 244 people, including 110 males and 134 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,218 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.58%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 51.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 244 | 110 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 78 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 32 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Podhmunda
Podhmunda 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 Podhmunda
Podhmunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Podhmunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Podhmunda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Podhmunda is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podhmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podhmunda 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podhmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podhmunda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podhmunda
Where is Podhmunda located?
Podhmunda village is located in Muribahal Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podhmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Podhmunda is Bankel.
What is the pincode of Podhmunda?
The pincode of Podhmunda is 767033.
What is the population of Podhmunda?
Podhmunda had a total population of 244, including 110 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Podhmunda?
Podhmunda had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podhmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podhmunda was 65.58%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 51.64%.