Podaguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Podaguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Pangam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podaguda is 430471. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Podaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podaguda
As per Census 2011, Podaguda village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 182 males and 195 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 295 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podaguda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Podaguda
Podaguda 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 Podaguda
Public transport in the Podaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Podaguda.
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Podaguda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Podaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podaguda
Where is Podaguda located?
Podaguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Podaguda is Pangam.
What is the pincode of Podaguda?
The pincode of Podaguda is 764044.
What is the population of Podaguda?
Podaguda has a total population of 377, including 182 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Podaguda?
There are 78 households in Podaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Podaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podaguda is 10.88%. Male literacy is 15.93% and female literacy is 6.15%.