Podapadar - Machh Kund, Koraput
Podapadar is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jalahanjar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapadar is 429507. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 52 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 16 people, including 11 males and 5 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 455 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.00%, with male literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Podapadar
Podapadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silpada | North-East | 0.33 km |
| Damput | East | 0.83 km |
| Kakalpada | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Parting | South | 1.14 km |
| Kodri | East | 1.70 km |
| Majhaput | South | 1.80 km |
| Pipalaput | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Limaput | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Tukum | South | 2.58 km |
| Thokal | West | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podapadar
Public transport in the Podapadar 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 20.5 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 Podapadar is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapadar is Jalahanjar.
What is the pincode of Podapadar?
The pincode of Podapadar is 764040.
What is the population of Podapadar?
Podapadar had a total population of 16, including 11 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Podapadar?
Podapadar had 4 households.