Podeikhunti - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Podeikhunti is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podeikhunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podeikhunti is 422954. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Podeikhunti 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 Podeikhunti
As per Census 2011, Podeikhunti village has a total population of 61 people, consisting of 29 males and 32 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podeikhunti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 28 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Podeikhunti
Podeikhunti 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 Podeikhunti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Podeikhunti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhawanipatna to Podeikhunti is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podeikhunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podeikhunti 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Podeikhunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podeikhunti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podeikhunti
Where is Podeikhunti located?
Podeikhunti village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podeikhunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Podeikhunti is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Podeikhunti?
The pincode of Podeikhunti is 766027.
What is the population of Podeikhunti?
Podeikhunti has a total population of 61, including 29 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Podeikhunti?
There are 12 households in Podeikhunti.
What is the literacy rate in Podeikhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podeikhunti is 4.92%. Male literacy is 3.45% and female literacy is 6.25%.