Podamaha - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Podamaha is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Tikabali and around 47 km from Phulbani. Beheragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podamaha is 415913. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Podamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Podamaha village had a total population of 43 people, including 18 males and 25 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,389 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.19%, with male literacy at 38.89% and female literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Podamaha
Podamaha 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 Podamaha
Podamaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Podamaha is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Podamaha is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podamaha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podamaha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Podamaha
Where is Podamaha located?
Podamaha village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Podamaha is Beheragaon.
What is the pincode of Podamaha?
The pincode of Podamaha is 762010.
What is the population of Podamaha?
Podamaha had a total population of 43, including 18 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Podamaha?
Podamaha had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podamaha was 26.19%. Male literacy was 38.89% and female literacy was 16.67%.