Podapada - Basta, Balasore
Podapada is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Basta and around 30 km from Baleshwar. Mathani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapada is 392359. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Podapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapada
As per Census 2011, Podapada village has a total population of 167 people, consisting of 90 males and 77 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Podapada
Podapada 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 Podapada
Podapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Podapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jaleswar to Podapada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Podapada is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapada 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 Podapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podapada
Where is Podapada located?
Podapada village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapada is Mathani.
What is the pincode of Podapada?
The pincode of Podapada is 756029.
What is the population of Podapada?
Podapada has a total population of 167, including 90 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Podapada?
There are 40 households in Podapada.
What is the literacy rate in Podapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapada is 82.63%. Male literacy is 85.56% and female literacy is 79.22%.