Paudia - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Paudia is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 142 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kuliposi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paudia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paudia is 388901. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Paudia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paudia
According to the 2011 Census, Paudia village had a total population of 216 people, including 116 males and 100 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.83%, with male literacy at 29.27% and female literacy at 6.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 216.
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 | 216 | 116 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 116 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 24 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 92 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Paudia
Paudia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaudgan | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Thakuramapatana | East | 1.88 km |
| Dibigarh | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Miludihi | South | 2.23 km |
| Miriginandi | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Hatibari | North | 2.69 km |
| Kusapada | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Syamchandrapur | East | 3.13 km |
| Chheliaposi | West | 3.16 km |
| Patulidiha | North | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paudia
Public transport in the Paudia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Paudia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Paudia is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paudia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paudia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paudia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paudia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paudia
Where is Paudia located?
Paudia village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paudia?
The Gram Panchayat of Paudia is Kuliposi.
What is the pincode of Paudia?
The pincode of Paudia is 757037.
What is the population of Paudia?
Paudia had a total population of 216, including 116 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Paudia?
Paudia had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paudia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paudia was 18.83%. Male literacy was 29.27% and female literacy was 6.94%.