Podadiha - Bahanaga, Balasore
Podadiha is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Soro and around 53 km from Baleshwar. Ohittol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podadiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podadiha is 394023. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 756046 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Podadiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podadiha
As per Census 2011, Podadiha village has a total population of 1,249 people, consisting of 653 males and 596 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,094 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podadiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,249 | 653 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 71 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 142 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 570 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 83 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Podadiha
Podadiha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baliktiran | South | 1.43 km |
| Kuruda | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Barahampur | East | 1.57 km |
| Kabirpur | North | 1.75 km |
| Ramadha | East | 1.83 km |
| Chittol | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Dianpahi | South | 2.00 km |
| Palasahi | South | 2.16 km |
| Anji | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Jainagar | North | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podadiha
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Podadiha. The nearest railway station is Bahanaga Bazar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Soro to Podadiha is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Podadiha is about 53 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 Podadiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podadiha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Podadiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podadiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podadiha
Where is Podadiha located?
Podadiha village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podadiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Podadiha is Ohittol.
What is the pincode of Podadiha?
The pincode of Podadiha is 756046.
What is the population of Podadiha?
Podadiha has a total population of 1,249, including 653 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Podadiha?
There are 301 households in Podadiha.
What is the literacy rate in Podadiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podadiha is 87.59%. Male literacy is 87.29% and female literacy is 87.92%.