Podakhai - Banapur, Khordha
Podakhai is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Damiabarabara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podakhai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podakhai is 408405. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Podakhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podakhai
According to the 2011 Census, Podakhai village had a total population of 69 people, including 34 males and 35 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.89%, with male literacy at 3.85% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 33 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Podakhai
Podakhai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundaria | West | 1.25 km |
| Nuagaon Sanamala | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Haradama | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Panasadihi | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Nakulapalli | North | 1.63 km |
| Kusarada | East | 1.81 km |
| Karanjapalli | North | 2.48 km |
| Kalapata | North | 2.56 km |
| Nipania | South | 2.57 km |
| Champagada | West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podakhai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Podakhai. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| 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 Banapur to Podakhai is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Podakhai is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podakhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podakhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Podakhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podakhai 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 Podakhai
Where is Podakhai located?
Podakhai village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podakhai?
The Gram Panchayat of Podakhai is Damiabarabara.
What is the pincode of Podakhai?
The pincode of Podakhai is 752031.
What is the population of Podakhai?
Podakhai had a total population of 69, including 34 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Podakhai?
Podakhai had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podakhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podakhai was 1.89%. Male literacy was 3.85% and female literacy was 0.00%.