Podakhuntia
Podakhuntia is a village located in Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Dhenkanal Sadar (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Barada is the gram panchayat of Podakhuntia village.
Here you can discover what makes Podakhuntia unique in its vibrant Dhenkanal Sadar-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Podakhuntia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Podakhuntia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Podakhuntia is 403213. The village spans a total geographical area of 30 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759013. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Podakhuntia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Podakhuntia 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 Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Podakhuntia
Population of Podakhuntia
According to the 2011 Census, Podakhuntia has a total population of about 259, with approximately 141 males and 118 females. The sex ratio is around 836 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.08%, with male literacy at about 90.07% and female literacy near 70.34%. There are around 64 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Podakhuntia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 141 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 210 | 127 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 14 | 35 |
Connectivity of Podakhuntia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Podakhuntia. As per the 2011 stats, Podakhuntia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Podakhuntia
Knowing the nearby villages of Podakhuntia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Podakhuntia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Podakhuntia
- Where is Podakhuntia located?
- Podakhuntia village is situated in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Podakhuntia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Podakhuntia is Barada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Podakhuntia?
- The pincode of Podakhuntia is 759013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Podakhuntia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Podakhuntia is 259, with 141 males and 118 females.
- How many households are there in Podakhuntia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Podakhuntia village has a total of 64 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Podakhuntia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Podakhuntia is 81.08%. The male literacy rate is 90.07%, while the female literacy rate is 70.34%.