Podapadar - Pottangi, Koraput
Podapadar is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pottangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapadar is 430034. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 48 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 Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Podapadar village had a total population of 486 people, including 184 males and 302 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,641 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.97%, with male literacy at 29.41% and female literacy at 36.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 437.
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 | 486 | 184 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 1 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 182 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 45 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 139 | 205 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Podalguda(padalguda) | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Siura | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Telrai | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Nuagam | North | 2.79 km |
| Karidi | West | 2.91 km |
| Gangarajpur | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Pilikabitra | East | 3.28 km |
| Digugabadar | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Metabehera | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Tangini | South | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podapadar
Public transport in the Podapadar 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 46.3 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 Koraput to Podapadar is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Podapadar is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Podapadar
Where is Podapadar located?
Podapadar village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapadar is Pottangi.
What is the pincode of Podapadar?
The pincode of Podapadar is 764039.
What is the population of Podapadar?
Podapadar had a total population of 486, including 184 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Podapadar?
Podapadar had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapadar was 33.97%. Male literacy was 29.41% and female literacy was 36.60%.