Podeiguda - Boriguma, Koraput
Podeiguda is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kathargada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podeiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podeiguda is 428215. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Podeiguda 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 Podeiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Podeiguda village had a total population of 230 people, including 89 males and 141 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,584 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.88%, with male literacy at 39.71% and female literacy at 50.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
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 | 230 | 89 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 65 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 27 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 62 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Podeiguda
Podeiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lodijodi | East | 1.21 km |
| Jujhari | West | 1.39 km |
| Solaguda | South | 1.96 km |
| Gaudaguda | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Bandliguda | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Khandiguda | North | 2.98 km |
| Mundiguda | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Jadabandha | East | 3.54 km |
| Kaneijuba | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Pandasguda | South-East | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podeiguda
Public transport in the Podeiguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Podeiguda is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Podeiguda 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 Podeiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podeiguda 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 Podeiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podeiguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podeiguda
Where is Podeiguda located?
Podeiguda village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podeiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Podeiguda is Kathargada.
What is the pincode of Podeiguda?
The pincode of Podeiguda is 764056.
What is the population of Podeiguda?
Podeiguda had a total population of 230, including 89 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Podeiguda?
Podeiguda had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podeiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podeiguda was 46.88%. Male literacy was 39.71% and female literacy was 50.81%.