Podasahi - Baramba, Cuttack
Podasahi is a village situated in the Baramba tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from Badamba and around 92 km from Cuttack. Gopapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podasahi is 398734. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 754031 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Podasahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podasahi
According to the 2011 Census, Podasahi village had a total population of 270 people, including 141 males and 129 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.94%, with male literacy at 91.60% and female literacy at 79.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 270 | 141 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 120 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 21 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Podasahi
Podasahi 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 Podasahi
Podasahi 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Podasahi is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Podasahi is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podasahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Podasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podasahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Podasahi
Where is Podasahi located?
Podasahi village is located in Baramba Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Podasahi is Gopapur.
What is the pincode of Podasahi?
The pincode of Podasahi is 754031.
What is the population of Podasahi?
Podasahi had a total population of 270, including 141 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Podasahi?
Podasahi had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podasahi was 85.94%. Male literacy was 91.60% and female literacy was 79.66%.