Podapadar - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Podapadar is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kiapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapadar is 424252. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 766026 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Podapadar 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
As per Census 2011, Podapadar village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 105 males and 106 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 146 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 105 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 63 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 42 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Podapadar
Podapadar 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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Podapadar. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Podapadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Podapadar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Podapadar
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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podapadar
Where is Podapadar located?
Podapadar village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapadar is Kiapadar.
What is the pincode of Podapadar?
The pincode of Podapadar is 766026.
What is the population of Podapadar?
Podapadar has a total population of 211, including 105 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Podapadar?
There are 48 households in Podapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Podapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapadar is 44.08%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 28.30%.