Podagada - Similiguda, Koraput
Podagada is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Similiguda and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Rajput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podagada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podagada is 429951. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 764036 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Podagada 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 Podagada
As per Census 2011, Podagada village has a total population of 325 people, consisting of 148 males and 177 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,195 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podagada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 148 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 60 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 66 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 82 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Podagada
Podagada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Podagada
Podagada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotpad to Podagada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Podagada is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podagada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podagada 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 Podagada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podagada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podagada
Where is Podagada located?
Podagada village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podagada?
The Gram Panchayat of Podagada is Rajput.
What is the pincode of Podagada?
The pincode of Podagada is 764036.
What is the population of Podagada?
Podagada has a total population of 325, including 148 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Podagada?
There are 82 households in Podagada.
What is the literacy rate in Podagada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podagada is 32.00%. Male literacy is 44.59% and female literacy is 21.47%.