Podhachhapar Village - Patnagarh, Balangir
Podhachhapar is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kendumundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podhachhapar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podhachhapar is 420697. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Podhachhapar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podhachhapar
As per Census 2011, Podhachhapar village has a total population of 836 people, consisting of 420 males and 416 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 421 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 407 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podhachhapar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 836 | 420 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 84 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 407 | 219 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 259 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 161 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Podhachhapar
Podhachhapar 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 Podhachhapar
Podhachhapar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Podhachhapar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Podhachhapar is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podhachhapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podhachhapar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podhachhapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podhachhapar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podhachhapar
Where is Podhachhapar located?
Podhachhapar village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podhachhapar?
The Gram Panchayat of Podhachhapar is Kendumundi.
What is the pincode of Podhachhapar?
The pincode of Podhachhapar is 767025.
What is the population of Podhachhapar?
Podhachhapar has a total population of 836, including 420 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Podhachhapar?
There are 187 households in Podhachhapar.
What is the literacy rate in Podhachhapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podhachhapar is 50.36%. Male literacy is 61.67% and female literacy is 38.94%.