Podakhol - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Podakhol is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ainabhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podakhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podakhol is 424179. The village covers a total geographical area of 394 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Podakhol 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 Podakhol
As per Census 2011, Podakhol village has a total population of 911 people, consisting of 414 males and 497 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 1,200 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 692 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podakhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 | 414 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 53 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 46 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 692 | 316 | 376 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 147 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 267 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Podakhol
Podakhol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukudi | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Palas | North | 2.17 km |
| Anlabhata | East | 2.60 km |
| Jariguma | South | 2.82 km |
| Pujhariguda | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Chachiguda | East | 4.27 km |
| Sagjor | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Kumjor | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Ghantiguda | North-East | 4.92 km |
| Pandaripakhan | North-East | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podakhol
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Podakhol. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Podakhol is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Podakhol is about 81 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 Podakhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podakhol 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podakhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podakhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podakhol
Where is Podakhol located?
Podakhol village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podakhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Podakhol is Ainabhata.
What is the pincode of Podakhol?
The pincode of Podakhol is 766018.
What is the population of Podakhol?
Podakhol has a total population of 911, including 414 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Podakhol?
There are 251 households in Podakhol.
What is the literacy rate in Podakhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podakhol is 26.45%. Male literacy is 35.51% and female literacy is 18.91%.