Podakhuntia - Dhenkanal Sadar, Dhenkanal
Podakhuntia is a village situated in the Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhenkanal Sadar and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Barada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podakhuntia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podakhuntia is 403213. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 759025 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Podakhuntia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podakhuntia
According to the 2011 Census, Podakhuntia village had a total population of 259 people, including 141 males and 118 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.61%, with male literacy at 96.95% and female literacy at 78.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 259 | 141 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 127 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 14 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Podakhuntia
Podakhuntia 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 Podakhuntia
Podakhuntia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Podakhuntia.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Podakhuntia is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podakhuntia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podakhuntia 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 Podakhuntia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podakhuntia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podakhuntia
Where is Podakhuntia located?
Podakhuntia village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podakhuntia?
The Gram Panchayat of Podakhuntia is Barada.
What is the pincode of Podakhuntia?
The pincode of Podakhuntia is 759025.
What is the population of Podakhuntia?
Podakhuntia had a total population of 259, including 141 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Podakhuntia?
Podakhuntia had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podakhuntia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podakhuntia was 88.61%. Male literacy was 96.95% and female literacy was 78.30%.