Podaguda - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Podaguda is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 69 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Sindhikaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podaguda is 424189. The village covers a total geographical area of 319 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Podaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podaguda
As per Census 2011, Podaguda village has a total population of 1,188 people, consisting of 592 males and 596 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 633 literate and 555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 630 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podaguda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Podaguda
Podaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindhikaguda | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Polkamunda | North | 1.95 km |
| Baner | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Dhamanguda | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Churagaon | East | 3.14 km |
| Chirka | South | 3.43 km |
| Kadopadar | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Balijor | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Atigaon | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Temera | North-East | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podaguda
Podaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.2 km.
| 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 Junagarh to Podaguda is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Podaguda is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podaguda 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 Podaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podaguda
Where is Podaguda located?
Podaguda village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Podaguda is Sindhikaguda.
What is the pincode of Podaguda?
The pincode of Podaguda is 766018.
What is the population of Podaguda?
Podaguda has a total population of 1,188, including 592 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Podaguda?
There are 295 households in Podaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Podaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podaguda is 53.28%. Male literacy is 64.19% and female literacy is 42.45%.