Podapadar - Boriguma, Koraput
Podapadar is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Bhairabsingipur and around 60 km from Koraput. B.singpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapadar is 428324. The village covers a total geographical area of 611 hectares and falls under the 764057 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Podapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapadar
As per Census 2011, Podapadar village has a total population of 2,563 people, consisting of 1,248 males and 1,315 females. The village has 672 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 833 literate and 1,730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,428 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,563 | 1,248 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 189 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 134 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,428 | 705 | 723 |
| Literate Population | 833 | 486 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,730 | 762 | 968 |
Nearby Villages of Podapadar
Podapadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charamula | North | 2.29 km |
| Khuntiapalla | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Ramapatraput | East | 2.61 km |
| Nuagam | West | 2.82 km |
| Semlaguda | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Bhairabsingpur | South | 2.87 km |
| Sanasirisi | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Kiramguda | East | 3.68 km |
| Sangudora | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Badasirisi | North-East | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podapadar
Public transport in the Podapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Podapadar is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Podapadar is about 60 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 Podapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Podapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podapadar
Where is Podapadar located?
Podapadar village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapadar is B.singpur.
What is the pincode of Podapadar?
The pincode of Podapadar is 764057.
What is the population of Podapadar?
Podapadar has a total population of 2,563, including 1,248 males and 1,315 females.
How many households are there in Podapadar?
There are 672 households in Podapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Podapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapadar is 32.50%. Male literacy is 38.94% and female literacy is 26.39%.