Podalguda
Podalguda is a village located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Pottangi is the gram panchayat of Podalguda village.
Podalguda has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Podalguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Podalguda is 430037. The village spans a total geographical area of 115 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764039. Jeypur is nearest town to Podalguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Podalguda
Below is a concise population overview of Podalguda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Podalguda village:
- The total population of Podalguda village is around 326, including approximately 176 males and 150 females, with a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Podalguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Podalguda village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 27 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Podalguda village is about 53.37%, with male literacy at 64.20% and female literacy at 40.67%.
- There are around 88 households in Podalguda village.
Connectivity of Podalguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Podalguda. As per the 2011 stats, Podalguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Podalguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Podalguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Podalguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Podalguda
- Where is Podalguda located?
- Podalguda village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Podalguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Podalguda is Pottangi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Podalguda?
- The pincode of Podalguda is 764039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Podalguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Podalguda is 326, with 176 males and 150 females.
- How many households are there in Podalguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Podalguda village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Podalguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Podalguda is 53.37%. The male literacy rate is 64.20%, while the female literacy rate is 40.67%.