Podpada - Jaleswar, Balasore
Podpada is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Jaleswar and around 54 km from Baleshwar. Paschimbad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podpada is 391590. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 756026 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Podpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podpada
As per Census 2011, Podpada village has a total population of 10 people, consisting of 6 males and 4 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 666 females per 1,000 males. The village has 10 literate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Podpada
Podpada 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 Podpada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Podpada.
| 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 Jaleswar to Podpada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Podpada is about 54 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 Podpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podpada
Where is Podpada located?
Podpada village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Podpada is Paschimbad.
What is the pincode of Podpada?
The pincode of Podpada is 756026.
What is the population of Podpada?
Podpada has a total population of 10, including 6 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Podpada?
There are 3 households in Podpada.
What is the literacy rate in Podpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podpada is 100.00%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 100.00%.