Podaguda - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Podaguda is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Podaguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podaguda is 424010. The village covers a total geographical area of 1053 hectares and falls under the 766103 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Dharmgarh 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 2,703 people, consisting of 1,325 males and 1,378 females. The village has 706 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 384 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 828 literate and 1,875 illiterate residents. Additionally, 406 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,082 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,703 | 1,325 | 1,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 191 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 191 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,082 | 545 | 537 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 540 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,875 | 785 | 1,090 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipal Chhapar | West | 1.99 km |
| Negiguda | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Gotamunda | North | 3.64 km |
| Temara | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Mangalpur | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Ghanti Guda | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Padampur | North | 5.06 km |
| Tendapali | East | 5.11 km |
| Karlaguda | South-East | 5.18 km |
| Chota Gohira | North-East | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podaguda
Podaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Podaguda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | 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 Podaguda
Where is Podaguda located?
Podaguda village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podaguda?
Podaguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Podaguda?
The pincode of Podaguda is 766103.
What is the population of Podaguda?
Podaguda has a total population of 2,703, including 1,325 males and 1,378 females.
How many households are there in Podaguda?
There are 706 households in Podaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Podaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podaguda is 30.63%. Male literacy is 40.75% and female literacy is 20.90%.