Podapatana - Oupada, Balasore
Podapatana is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 0.5 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapatana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapatana is 393365. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Podapatana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapatana
According to the 2011 Census, Podapatana village had a total population of 270 people, including 134 males and 136 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.45%, with male literacy at 89.08% and female literacy at 79.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156.
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 | 270 | 134 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 76 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 106 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 28 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Podapatana
Podapatana 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 Podapatana
Podapatana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Podapatana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Podapatana is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapatana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapatana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Podapatana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapatana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Podapatana
Where is Podapatana located?
Podapatana village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podapatana?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapatana is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Podapatana?
The pincode of Podapatana is 756049.
What is the population of Podapatana?
Podapatana had a total population of 270, including 134 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Podapatana?
Podapatana had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapatana was 84.45%. Male literacy was 89.08% and female literacy was 79.83%.