Podagarifi - Surada, Ganjam
Podagarifi is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gochha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podagarifi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podagarifi is 410795. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Podagarifi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podagarifi
According to the 2011 Census, Podagarifi village had a total population of 111 people, including 65 males and 46 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 708 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.63%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 36.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 111.
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 | 111 | 65 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 65 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 39 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Podagarifi
Podagarifi 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 Podagarifi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Podagarifi.
| 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 Surada to Podagarifi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Podagarifi is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podagarifi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podagarifi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podagarifi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podagarifi 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 Podagarifi
Where is Podagarifi located?
Podagarifi village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podagarifi?
The Gram Panchayat of Podagarifi is Gochha.
What is the pincode of Podagarifi?
The pincode of Podagarifi is 761108.
What is the population of Podagarifi?
Podagarifi had a total population of 111, including 65 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Podagarifi?
Podagarifi had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podagarifi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podagarifi was 61.63%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 36.84%.