Podapadar - Kundura, Koraput
Podapadar is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. P Hulabhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapadar is 429139. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Podapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Podapadar village had a total population of 66 people, including 36 males and 30 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.33%, with male literacy at 16.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 32 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Podapadar
Podapadar 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 Podapadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Podapadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Podapadar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Podapadar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podapadar
Where is Podapadar located?
Podapadar village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapadar is P Hulabhata.
What is the pincode of Podapadar?
The pincode of Podapadar is 764002.
What is the population of Podapadar?
Podapadar had a total population of 66, including 36 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Podapadar?
Podapadar had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapadar was 8.33%. Male literacy was 16.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.