Podapalama - Similiguda, Koraput
Podapalama is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Sunabeda and around 24 km from Koraput. R Ajpalma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapalama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapalama is 429970. The village covers a total geographical area of 275 hectares and falls under the 763001 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Podapalama 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 Podapalama
According to the 2011 Census, Podapalama village had a total population of 242 people, including 116 males and 126 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.19%, with male literacy at 56.70% and female literacy at 20.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 225, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 242 | 116 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 105 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 55 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 61 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Podapalama
Podapalama 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 Podapalama
Podapalama 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 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 Nabarangapur to Podapalama is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Podapalama is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapalama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapalama 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podapalama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapalama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podapalama
Where is Podapalama located?
Podapalama village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podapalama?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapalama is R Ajpalma.
What is the pincode of Podapalama?
The pincode of Podapalama is 763001.
What is the population of Podapalama?
Podapalama had a total population of 242, including 116 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Podapalama?
Podapalama had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapalama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapalama was 38.19%. Male literacy was 56.70% and female literacy was 20.59%.