Podapadarcolony - Boipariguda, Koraput
Podapadarcolony is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dasamanthpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapadarcolony village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapadarcolony is 429368. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Podapadarcolony village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Podapadarcolony
According to the 2011 Census, Podapadarcolony village had a total population of 306 people, including 127 males and 179 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,409 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.53%, with male literacy at 61.11% and female literacy at 46.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 306 | 127 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 19 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 26 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 61 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Podapadarcolony
Podapadarcolony 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 Podapadarcolony
Public transport in the Podapadarcolony is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Podapadarcolony.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Podapadarcolony is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Podapadarcolony is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapadarcolony
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapadarcolony village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podapadarcolony
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapadarcolony 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 Podapadarcolony
Where is Podapadarcolony located?
Podapadarcolony village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podapadarcolony?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapadarcolony is Dasamanthpur.
What is the pincode of Podapadarcolony?
The pincode of Podapadarcolony is 764043.
What is the population of Podapadarcolony?
Podapadarcolony had a total population of 306, including 127 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Podapadarcolony?
Podapadarcolony had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapadarcolony?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapadarcolony was 52.53%. Male literacy was 61.11% and female literacy was 46.31%.