Podasingidi - Hatadihi, Keonjhar
Podasingidi is a village situated in the Hatadihi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Soso and around 98 km from Kendujhar. Pandado serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podasingidi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podasingidi is 387099. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 758023 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Podasingidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podasingidi
According to the 2011 Census, Podasingidi village had a total population of 870 people, including 452 males and 418 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.74%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 39.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 609.
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 | 870 | 452 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 58 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 609 | 313 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 245 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 207 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Podasingidi
Podasingidi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundarapal | East | 1.55 km |
| Pandado | South | 2.23 km |
| Baranga | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Jhanajhana | East | 2.83 km |
| Asia | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Matha | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Purunapani | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Rugudi | West | 3.46 km |
| Jamhira | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Sankhana | South | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podasingidi
Podasingidi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dulakhapatna, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Podasingidi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Podasingidi is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podasingidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podasingidi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Podasingidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podasingidi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podasingidi
Where is Podasingidi located?
Podasingidi village is located in Hatadihi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podasingidi?
The Gram Panchayat of Podasingidi is Pandado.
What is the pincode of Podasingidi?
The pincode of Podasingidi is 758023.
What is the population of Podasingidi?
Podasingidi had a total population of 870, including 452 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Podasingidi?
Podasingidi had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podasingidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podasingidi was 51.74%. Male literacy was 63.64% and female literacy was 39.06%.