Podakhal - Kudumuluguma, Malkangiri
Podakhal is a village situated in the Kudumuluguma tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Orkel and around 45 km from Malkangiri . Somanathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podakhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podakhal is 430907. The village covers a total geographical area of 539 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Podakhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podakhal
According to the 2011 Census, Podakhal village had a total population of 209 people, including 107 males and 102 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.63%, with male literacy at 24.39% and female literacy at 14.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 104 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 87 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Podakhal
Podakhal 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 Podakhal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Podakhal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Balimela to Podakhal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Podakhal is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podakhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podakhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Podakhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podakhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podakhal
Where is Podakhal located?
Podakhal village is located in Kudumuluguma Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podakhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Podakhal is Somanathpur.
What is the pincode of Podakhal?
The pincode of Podakhal is 764051.
What is the population of Podakhal?
Podakhal had a total population of 209, including 107 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Podakhal?
Podakhal had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podakhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podakhal was 19.63%. Male literacy was 24.39% and female literacy was 14.81%.