Podachakdi - Bijatala, Mayurbhanj
Podachakdi is a village situated in the Bijatala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Rairangpur and around 75 km from Baripada. Badjharan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podachakdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podachakdi is 388208. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Podachakdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podachakdi
According to the 2011 Census, Podachakdi village had a total population of 18 people, including 8 males and 10 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.65%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 11.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Podachakdi
Podachakdi 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 Podachakdi
Podachakdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Podachakdi.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Podachakdi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Podachakdi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podachakdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podachakdi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podachakdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podachakdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podachakdi
Where is Podachakdi located?
Podachakdi village is located in Bijatala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podachakdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Podachakdi is Badjharan.
What is the pincode of Podachakdi?
The pincode of Podachakdi is 757043.
What is the population of Podachakdi?
Podachakdi had a total population of 18, including 8 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Podachakdi?
Podachakdi had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podachakdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podachakdi was 17.65%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 11.11%.