Podapatana Village - 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
As per Census 2011, Podapatana village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 134 males and 136 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podapatana are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 134 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 76 | 80 |
| 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 has a total population of 270, including 134 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Podapatana?
There are 63 households in Podapatana.
What is the literacy rate in Podapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapatana is 74.44%. Male literacy is 79.10% and female literacy is 69.85%.