Podabalas - Boudh
Podabalas is a village situated in the Boudh tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Baudh Sadar and around 14 km from Baudh. Telibandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podabalas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podabalas is 418302. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 762014 pincode. Baudhgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Podabalas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boudh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podabalas
According to the 2011 Census, Podabalas village had a total population of 287 people, including 151 males and 136 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.18%, with male literacy at 91.91% and female literacy at 52.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 199.
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 | 287 | 151 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 102 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 125 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 26 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Podabalas
Podabalas 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 Podabalas
Public transport in the Podabalas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Baudhgarh to Podabalas is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Podabalas is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podabalas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podabalas 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 Podabalas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podabalas 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Podabalas
Where is Podabalas located?
Podabalas village is located in Boudh Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podabalas?
The Gram Panchayat of Podabalas is Telibandha.
What is the pincode of Podabalas?
The pincode of Podabalas is 762014.
What is the population of Podabalas?
Podabalas had a total population of 287, including 151 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Podabalas?
Podabalas had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podabalas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podabalas was 73.18%. Male literacy was 91.91% and female literacy was 52.80%.