Podarua - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Podarua is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Apandara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podarua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podarua is 398422. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Podarua 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 Podarua
According to the 2011 Census, Podarua village had a total population of 678 people, including 350 males and 328 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.89%, with male literacy at 92.97% and female literacy at 76.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
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 | 678 | 350 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 66 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 291 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 59 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Podarua
Podarua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Beda | West | 0.79 km |
| Kesarpur | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Dasabatia | South-East | 0.91 km |
| Nalara | North | 1.01 km |
| Talanga | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Sribantapur | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Sonaosokana | North | 2.20 km |
| Naharana | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Bairakha | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Sunadhar | South-East | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podarua
Podarua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jagatsinghapur to Podarua is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podarua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podarua 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podarua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podarua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podarua
Where is Podarua located?
Podarua village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podarua?
The Gram Panchayat of Podarua is Apandara.
What is the pincode of Podarua?
The pincode of Podarua is 754119.
What is the population of Podarua?
Podarua had a total population of 678, including 350 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Podarua?
Podarua had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podarua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podarua was 84.89%. Male literacy was 92.97% and female literacy was 76.35%.