Podelkona - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Podelkona is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Damkarlakhunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podelkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podelkona is 422587. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Podelkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podelkona
As per Census 2011, Podelkona village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 173 males and 196 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podelkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 173 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 172 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 100 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 73 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Podelkona
Podelkona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borbhata | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Batikupa | West | 1.38 km |
| Belgova | South | 1.38 km |
| Podgudipadar | West | 1.52 km |
| Mankadakhola | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Madanpur Tukuda | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Dangabahal | East | 2.11 km |
| Kusmel | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Phatamunda | East | 2.26 km |
| Jharan Dungri | North | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podelkona
Podelkona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 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 Kesinga to Podelkona is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Podelkona is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podelkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podelkona 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 Podelkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podelkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podelkona
Where is Podelkona located?
Podelkona village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podelkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Podelkona is Damkarlakhunta.
What is the pincode of Podelkona?
The pincode of Podelkona is 766102.
What is the population of Podelkona?
Podelkona has a total population of 369, including 173 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Podelkona?
There are 98 households in Podelkona.
What is the literacy rate in Podelkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podelkona is 49.86%. Male literacy is 57.80% and female literacy is 42.86%.