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
As per Census 2011, Podakhuntia village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 141 males and 118 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podakhuntia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 141 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 259, including 141 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Podakhuntia?
There are 64 households in Podakhuntia.
What is the literacy rate in Podakhuntia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podakhuntia is 81.08%. Male literacy is 90.07% and female literacy is 70.34%.