Podasia - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj
Podasia is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Jharpokharia and around 50 km from Baripada. Saraskana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podasia is 387901. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 757031 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Podasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podasia
According to the 2011 Census, Podasia village had a total population of 320 people, including 202 males and 118 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 584 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.17%, with male literacy at 86.34% and female literacy at 56.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 150.
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 | 320 | 202 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 117 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 158 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 44 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Podasia
Podasia 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 Podasia
Podasia 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 Podasia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Baripada to Podasia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Podasia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Podasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podasia 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 Podasia
Where is Podasia located?
Podasia village is located in Saraskana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Podasia is Saraskana.
What is the pincode of Podasia?
The pincode of Podasia is 757031.
What is the population of Podasia?
Podasia had a total population of 320, including 202 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Podasia?
Podasia had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podasia was 75.17%. Male literacy was 86.34% and female literacy was 56.07%.