Podaguda
Podaguda is a village located in Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mathili (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Pangam is the gram panchayat of Podaguda village.
Here you can discover what makes Podaguda unique in its vibrant Mathili-Malkangiri region. You’ll see Podaguda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Podaguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Podaguda is 430471. The village spans a total geographical area of 219 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764044. Malkangiri is nearest town to Podaguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Podaguda
Population of Podaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Podaguda has a total population of about 377, with approximately 182 males and 195 females. The sex ratio is around 1071 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 295. The overall literacy rate is approximately 10.88%, with male literacy at about 15.93% and female literacy near 6.15%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Podaguda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 182 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 144 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 29 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 153 | 183 |
Connectivity of Podaguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Podaguda. As per the 2011 stats, Podaguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Podaguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Podaguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Podaguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Podaguda
- Where is Podaguda located?
- Podaguda village is situated in Mathili Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Podaguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Podaguda is Pangam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Podaguda?
- The pincode of Podaguda is 764044, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Podaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Podaguda is 377, with 182 males and 195 females.
- How many households are there in Podaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Podaguda village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Podaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Podaguda is 10.88%. The male literacy rate is 15.93%, while the female literacy rate is 6.15%.