Podapali - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Podapali is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Kandapala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapali is 380813. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Podapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapali
As per Census 2011, Podapali village has a total population of 225 people, consisting of 102 males and 123 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,205 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 102 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 37 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 18 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Podapali
Podapali 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 Podapali
Podapali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bargarh to Podapali is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podapali
Where is Podapali located?
Podapali village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapali is Kandapala.
What is the pincode of Podapali?
The pincode of Podapali is 768045.
What is the population of Podapali?
Podapali has a total population of 225, including 102 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Podapali?
There are 52 households in Podapali.
What is the literacy rate in Podapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapali is 71.11%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 61.79%.