Podapatana - Bolagad, Khordha
Podapatana is a village situated in the Bolagad tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bolagad and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Sagaragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapatana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapatana is 406999. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 752066 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Podapatana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapatana
According to the 2011 Census, Podapatana village had a total population of 490 people, including 256 males and 234 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 93.01% and female literacy at 79.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 490 | 256 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 213 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 43 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Podapatana
Podapatana 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 Podapatana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Podapatana. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Podapatana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Podapatana is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Podapatana is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapatana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapatana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Podapatana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapatana 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podapatana
Where is Podapatana located?
Podapatana village is located in Bolagad Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podapatana?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapatana is Sagaragaon.
What is the pincode of Podapatana?
The pincode of Podapatana is 752066.
What is the population of Podapatana?
Podapatana had a total population of 490, including 256 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Podapatana?
Podapatana had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapatana was 86.57%. Male literacy was 93.01% and female literacy was 79.31%.