Podapatana - Banki, Cuttack
Podapatana is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Baidyeswar and around 72 km from Cuttack. Baideswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapatana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapatana is 398832. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 754009 pincode. Banki is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapatana
According to the 2011 Census, Podapatana village had a total population of 508 people, including 263 males and 245 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.60%, with male literacy at 92.47% and female literacy at 88.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 508 | 263 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 221 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 42 | 42 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banki to Podapatana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Podapatana is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Podapatana
Where is Podapatana located?
Podapatana village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podapatana?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapatana is Baideswar.
What is the pincode of Podapatana?
The pincode of Podapatana is 754009.
What is the population of Podapatana?
Podapatana had a total population of 508, including 263 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Podapatana?
Podapatana had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapatana was 90.60%. Male literacy was 92.47% and female literacy was 88.65%.