Podapadar (B) - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Podapadar (B) is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 72 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 149 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Podapadar (B) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapadar (B) is 424524. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 142 km away.
Podapadar (B) 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 Podapadar (B)
According to the 2011 Census, Podapadar (B) village had a total population of 465 people, including 220 males and 245 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.16%, with male literacy at 48.90% and female literacy at 19.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 413.
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 | 465 | 220 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 413 | 194 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 89 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 131 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Podapadar (B)
Podapadar (B) 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 Podapadar (B)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Podapadar (B).
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Podapadar (B) is about 142 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Podapadar (B) is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapadar (B)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapadar (B) 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 Podapadar (B)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapadar (B) 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 Podapadar (B)
Where is Podapadar (B) located?
Podapadar (B) village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podapadar (B)?
Podapadar (B) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Podapadar (B)?
The pincode of Podapadar (B) is 766037.
What is the population of Podapadar (B)?
Podapadar (B) had a total population of 465, including 220 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Podapadar (B)?
Podapadar (B) had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapadar (B)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapadar (B) was 33.16%. Male literacy was 48.90% and female literacy was 19.52%.