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.
Here you can discover what makes Podaguda unique in its vibrant Jayapatna-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Podaguda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Podaguda
Population of Podaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Podaguda has a total population of about 1,188, with approximately 592 males and 596 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 98 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 630. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.28%, with male literacy at about 64.19% and female literacy near 42.45%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Podaguda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.