Podalguda(Padalguda) - Pottangi, Koraput
Podalguda(Padalguda) is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pottangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podalguda(Padalguda) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podalguda(Padalguda) is 430037. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Podalguda(Padalguda) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podalguda(Padalguda)
As per Census 2011, Podalguda(Padalguda) village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 176 males and 150 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podalguda(Padalguda) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 176 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 113 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 63 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Podalguda(Padalguda)
Podalguda(Padalguda) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Podapadar | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Gangarajpur | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Karidi | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Sikilamari | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Telrai | East | 2.98 km |
| Siura | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Neelampadu | West | 3.07 km |
| Yeguvalsa | South | 3.84 km |
| Nuagam | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Tangini | South-East | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podalguda(Padalguda)
Public transport in the Podalguda(Padalguda) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Arakku, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 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 Jeypur to Podalguda(Padalguda) is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Podalguda(Padalguda) is about 49 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 Podalguda(Padalguda)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podalguda(Padalguda) 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 Podalguda(Padalguda)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podalguda(Padalguda) 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 Podalguda(Padalguda)
Where is Podalguda(Padalguda) located?
Podalguda(Padalguda) village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podalguda(Padalguda)?
The Gram Panchayat of Podalguda(Padalguda) is Pottangi.
What is the pincode of Podalguda(Padalguda)?
The pincode of Podalguda(Padalguda) is 764039.
What is the population of Podalguda(Padalguda)?
Podalguda(Padalguda) has a total population of 326, including 176 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Podalguda(Padalguda)?
There are 88 households in Podalguda(Padalguda).
What is the literacy rate in Podalguda(Padalguda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podalguda(Padalguda) is 53.37%. Male literacy is 64.20% and female literacy is 40.67%.