Podana - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Podana is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Tandikula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podana is 398211. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 754106 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Podana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podana
As per Census 2011, Podana village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 162 males and 184 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,135 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 311 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 162 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 149 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Podana
Podana 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 Podana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Podana. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Podana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Podana is about 19 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 Podana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Podana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podana
Where is Podana located?
Podana village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podana?
The Gram Panchayat of Podana is Tandikula.
What is the pincode of Podana?
The pincode of Podana is 754106.
What is the population of Podana?
Podana has a total population of 346, including 162 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Podana?
There are 68 households in Podana.
What is the literacy rate in Podana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podana is 89.88%. Male literacy is 91.98% and female literacy is 88.04%.