Podadihi - Banspal, Keonjhar
Podadihi is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Nayakote and around 45 km from Kendujhar. Uperraigoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podadihi is 386247. The village covers a total geographical area of 703 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Podadihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podadihi
According to the 2011 Census, Podadihi village had a total population of 890 people, including 400 males and 490 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 1,225 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.41%, with male literacy at 59.68% and female literacy at 44.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 780.
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 | 890 | 400 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 85 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 780 | 345 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 188 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 212 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Podadihi
Podadihi 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 Podadihi
Public transport in the Podadihi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kendujhar to Podadihi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Podadihi is about 45 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 Podadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podadihi 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 Podadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podadihi 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 Podadihi
Where is Podadihi located?
Podadihi village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Podadihi is Uperraigoda.
What is the pincode of Podadihi?
The pincode of Podadihi is 758085.
What is the population of Podadihi?
Podadihi had a total population of 890, including 400 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Podadihi?
Podadihi had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podadihi was 51.41%. Male literacy was 59.68% and female literacy was 44.81%.