Podhamari - Raikia, Kandhamal
Podhamari is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podhamari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podhamari is 417608. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Podhamari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podhamari
As per Census 2011, Podhamari village has a total population of 289 people, consisting of 137 males and 152 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podhamari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 289 | 137 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 43 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Podhamari
Podhamari 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 Podhamari
Podhamari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 G. Udayagiri to Podhamari is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Podhamari is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podhamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podhamari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podhamari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podhamari 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 Podhamari
Where is Podhamari located?
Podhamari village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podhamari?
The Gram Panchayat of Podhamari is Karada.
What is the pincode of Podhamari?
The pincode of Podhamari is 762101.
What is the population of Podhamari?
Podhamari has a total population of 289, including 137 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Podhamari?
There are 64 households in Podhamari.
What is the literacy rate in Podhamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podhamari is 60.21%. Male literacy is 68.61% and female literacy is 52.63%.