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
As per Census 2011, Podagarifi village has a total population of 111 people, consisting of 65 males and 46 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 707 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podagarifi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 65 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 111, including 65 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Podagarifi?
There are 27 households in Podagarifi.
What is the literacy rate in Podagarifi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podagarifi is 47.75%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 30.43%.