Podagarh - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Podagarh is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Podagarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podagarh is 388528. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Podagarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podagarh
As per Census 2011, Podagarh village has a total population of 655 people, consisting of 328 males and 327 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 610 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podagarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 655 | 328 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 610 | 304 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 170 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 158 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Podagarh
Podagarh 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 Podagarh
Podagarh 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Podagarh is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Podagarh is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podagarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podagarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Podagarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podagarh 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 Podagarh
Where is Podagarh located?
Podagarh village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podagarh?
Podagarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Podagarh?
The pincode of Podagarh is 757034.
What is the population of Podagarh?
Podagarh has a total population of 655, including 328 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Podagarh?
There are 141 households in Podagarh.
What is the literacy rate in Podagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podagarh is 38.47%. Male literacy is 51.83% and female literacy is 25.08%.