Podhakhal

Podhakhal is a village located in Baunsuni tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Baunsuni (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Talasarada is the gram panchayat of Podhakhal village.

Podhakhal has its own place in the vibrant Baudh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Podhakhal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Podhakhal is 418230. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762015. Baudhgarh is nearest town to Podhakhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

When it comes to local governance, Podhakhal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Podhakhal

Below is a concise population overview of Podhakhal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 410 199 211
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 27 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 31 11 20
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 301 161 140
Illiterate Population 109 38 71

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Podhakhal village:

  • The total population of Podhakhal village is around 410, including approximately 199 males and 211 females, with a sex ratio of 1060 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Podhakhal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Podhakhal village has 31 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Podhakhal village is about 73.41%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 66.35%.
  • There are around 100 households in Podhakhal village.

Connectivity of Podhakhal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Podhakhal. As per the 2011 stats, Podhakhal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Podhakhal

Knowing the nearby villages of Podhakhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Podhakhal.

Kurumapadar Bahira Bramhani Singari Tainjan Dambargad Sitapur Maneswar Talasarada Mundipadar Sangrampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Podhakhal

Where is Podhakhal located?
Podhakhal village is situated in Baunsuni Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podhakhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Podhakhal is Talasarada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Podhakhal?
The pincode of Podhakhal is 762015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Podhakhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Podhakhal is 410, with 199 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Podhakhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Podhakhal village has a total of 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podhakhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Podhakhal is 73.41%. The male literacy rate is 80.90%, while the female literacy rate is 66.35%.