Podia - Motu, Malkangiri
Podia is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Podia and around 70 km from Malkangiri . Podia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podia is 431090. The village covers a total geographical area of 2802 hectares and falls under the 764087 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Podia 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 Podia
According to the 2011 Census, Podia village had a total population of 5,570 people, including 2,844 males and 2,726 females, living in 1,379 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.73%, with male literacy at 68.21% and female literacy at 46.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,037, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,628.
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 | 5,570 | 2,844 | 2,726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 720 | 337 | 383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,037 | 1,033 | 1,004 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,628 | 879 | 749 |
| Literate Population | 2,800 | 1,710 | 1,090 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,770 | 1,134 | 1,636 |
Nearby Villages of Podia
Podia 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 Podia
Podia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Podia is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Podia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Podia
Where is Podia located?
Podia village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podia?
Podia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Podia?
The pincode of Podia is 764087.
What is the population of Podia?
Podia had a total population of 5,570, including 2,844 males and 2,726 females.
How many households are there in Podia?
Podia had 1,379 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podia was 57.73%. Male literacy was 68.21% and female literacy was 46.52%.