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
As per Census 2011, Podapatana village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 256 males and 234 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 374 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podapatana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 256 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| 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 has a total population of 490, including 256 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Podapatana?
There are 116 households in Podapatana.
What is the literacy rate in Podapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapatana is 76.33%. Male literacy is 83.20% and female literacy is 68.80%.