Podasankha - Mohana, Gajapati
Podasankha is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Luhagudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podasankha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podasankha is 413783. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Podasankha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podasankha
According to the 2011 Census, Podasankha village had a total population of 98 people, including 53 males and 45 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.67%, with male literacy at 55.26% and female literacy at 13.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 98.
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 | 98 | 53 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 53 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 21 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 32 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Podasankha
Podasankha 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 Podasankha
Public transport in the Podasankha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Podasankha is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Podasankha is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podasankha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podasankha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Podasankha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podasankha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podasankha
Where is Podasankha located?
Podasankha village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podasankha?
The Gram Panchayat of Podasankha is Luhagudi.
What is the pincode of Podasankha?
The pincode of Podasankha is 761015.
What is the population of Podasankha?
Podasankha had a total population of 98, including 53 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Podasankha?
Podasankha had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podasankha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podasankha was 34.67%. Male literacy was 55.26% and female literacy was 13.51%.