Audipoda - Machh Kund, Koraput
Audipoda is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Thusuba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Audipoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Audipoda is 429582. The village covers a total geographical area of 533 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Audipoda 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 Audipoda
According to the 2011 Census, Audipoda village had a total population of 548 people, including 275 males and 273 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.57%, with male literacy at 48.11% and female literacy at 14.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 467.
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 | 548 | 275 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 230 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 102 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 173 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Audipoda
Audipoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Doragoda | North | 1.83 km |
| Changudipada | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Dudipadar | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Potenda | North | 2.38 km |
| Tama | South | 2.38 km |
| Kamel | East | 2.50 km |
| Lugumu | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Sailpoda | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Poibeda | West | 2.96 km |
| Malenga | North | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Audipoda
Public transport in the Audipoda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.5 km.
| 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 Jeypur to Audipoda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Audipoda is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Audipoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Audipoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Audipoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Audipoda 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 Audipoda
Where is Audipoda located?
Audipoda village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Audipoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Audipoda is Thusuba.
What is the pincode of Audipoda?
The pincode of Audipoda is 764040.
What is the population of Audipoda?
Audipoda had a total population of 548, including 275 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Audipoda?
Audipoda had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Audipoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Audipoda was 31.57%. Male literacy was 48.11% and female literacy was 14.29%.