Podapada - Jatani, Khordha
Podapada is a village situated in the Jatani tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatani and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapada is 407829. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 752050 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Podapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapada
According to the 2011 Census, Podapada village had a total population of 1,037 people, including 533 males and 504 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.47%, with male literacy at 86.15% and female literacy at 68.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 1,037 | 533 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 182 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 398 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 135 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Podapada
Podapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kansapada | East | 1.12 km |
| Haridamada | West | 1.30 km |
| Haripur | South | 1.52 km |
| Manipur | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Aragul | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Khudupur | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Mangarajpur | South | 2.55 km |
| Kholadwar | North | 2.61 km |
| Taraboi | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Deulabasta | South | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podapada
Public transport in the Podapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Argul, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatani to Podapada is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Podapada is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapada 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapada 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Podapada
Where is Podapada located?
Podapada village is located in Jatani Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapada is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Podapada?
The pincode of Podapada is 752050.
What is the population of Podapada?
Podapada had a total population of 1,037, including 533 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Podapada?
Podapada had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapada was 77.47%. Male literacy was 86.15% and female literacy was 68.34%.