Podapai - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Podapai is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 102 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kerpai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapai is 424329. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Podapai 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 Podapai
According to the 2011 Census, Podapai village had a total population of 207 people, including 103 males and 104 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.16%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 28.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 205.
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 | 207 | 103 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 102 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 42 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 61 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Podapai
Podapai 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 Podapai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Podapai. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Podapai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Podapai is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapai 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 Podapai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podapai
Where is Podapai located?
Podapai village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podapai?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapai is Kerpai.
What is the pincode of Podapai?
The pincode of Podapai is 766037.
What is the population of Podapai?
Podapai had a total population of 207, including 103 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Podapai?
Podapai had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapai was 39.16%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 28.05%.