Pochia (Panchia) - Kotpad, Koraput
Pochia (Panchia) is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dhamanahandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pochia (Panchia) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pochia (Panchia) is 428157. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pochia (Panchia) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pochia (Panchia)
As per Census 2011, Pochia (Panchia) village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 270 males and 281 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 487 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pochia (Panchia) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 270 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 241 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 115 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 155 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Pochia (Panchia)
Pochia (Panchia) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Monchahandi | South | 0.71 km |
| Bhurusi | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Jorondipodar | East | 1.66 km |
| Aunli | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Murtahandi | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Jamunahandi | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Semala | East | 2.15 km |
| Umorapondi | West | 2.22 km |
| Jeeragam | South | 2.64 km |
| Muraoda | East | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pochia (Panchia)
Public transport in the Pochia (Panchia) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Pochia (Panchia) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Pochia (Panchia) is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pochia (Panchia)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pochia (Panchia) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pochia (Panchia)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pochia (Panchia) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pochia (Panchia)
Where is Pochia (Panchia) located?
Pochia (Panchia) village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pochia (Panchia)?
The Gram Panchayat of Pochia (Panchia) is Dhamanahandi.
What is the pincode of Pochia (Panchia)?
The pincode of Pochia (Panchia) is 764058.
What is the population of Pochia (Panchia)?
Pochia (Panchia) has a total population of 551, including 270 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Pochia (Panchia)?
There are 160 households in Pochia (Panchia).
What is the literacy rate in Pochia (Panchia)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pochia (Panchia) is 36.84%. Male literacy is 42.59% and female literacy is 31.32%.