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
As per Census 2011, Podapadar village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 184 males and 302 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,641 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 437 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podapadar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 486, including 184 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Podapadar?
There are 103 households in Podapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Podapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapadar is 29.22%. Male literacy is 24.46% and female literacy is 32.12%.