Podapodi - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Podapodi is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bankapalas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapodi is 423824. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Podapodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapodi
According to the 2011 Census, Podapodi village had a total population of 42 people, including 21 males and 21 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.67%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Podapodi
Podapodi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Podapodi
Podapodi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Podapodi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Podapodi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Podapodi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podapodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapodi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podapodi
Where is Podapodi located?
Podapodi village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podapodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapodi is Bankapalas.
What is the pincode of Podapodi?
The pincode of Podapodi is 766014.
What is the population of Podapodi?
Podapodi had a total population of 42, including 21 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Podapodi?
Podapodi had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapodi was 41.67%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 25.00%.