Podaguda
Podaguda is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 69km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Baner is the gram panchayat of Podaguda village.
Podaguda has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Podaguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Podaguda is 424189. The village spans a total geographical area of 319 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766018. Junagarh is nearest town to Podaguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
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Population of Podaguda
Below is a concise population overview of Podaguda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,188 | 592 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 81 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 315 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 380 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 212 | 343 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Podaguda village:
- The total population of Podaguda village is around 1,188, including approximately 592 males and 596 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Podaguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Podaguda village has 98 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 630 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Podaguda village is about 53.28%, with male literacy at 64.19% and female literacy at 42.45%.
- There are around 295 households in Podaguda village.
Connectivity of Podaguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Podaguda. As per the 2011 stats, Podaguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Podaguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Podaguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Podaguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Podaguda
- Where is Podaguda located?
- Podaguda village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Podaguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Podaguda is Baner (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Podaguda?
- The pincode of Podaguda is 766018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Podaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Podaguda is 1,188, with 592 males and 596 females.
- How many households are there in Podaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Podaguda village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Podaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Podaguda is 53.28%. The male literacy rate is 64.19%, while the female literacy rate is 42.45%.