Podasankuli - Lakshmipur, Koraput
Podasankuli is a village situated in the Lakshmipur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakshmipur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Toyaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podasankuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podasankuli is 428560. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 765013 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Podasankuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podasankuli
According to the 2011 Census, Podasankuli village had a total population of 272 people, including 117 males and 155 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,325 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.43%, with male literacy at 57.58% and female literacy at 27.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 264.
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 | 272 | 117 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 113 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 60 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Podasankuli
Podasankuli 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 Podasankuli
Public transport in the Podasankuli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Podasankuli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Podasankuli is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Podasankuli is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podasankuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podasankuli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podasankuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podasankuli 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 Podasankuli
Where is Podasankuli located?
Podasankuli village is located in Lakshmipur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podasankuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Podasankuli is Toyaput.
What is the pincode of Podasankuli?
The pincode of Podasankuli is 765013.
What is the population of Podasankuli?
Podasankuli had a total population of 272, including 117 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Podasankuli?
Podasankuli had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podasankuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podasankuli was 40.43%. Male literacy was 57.58% and female literacy was 27.48%.