Podasaguda - Paparahandi, Nabarangpur
Podasaguda is a village situated in the Paparahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Paparahandi and around 18 km from Nabarangapur . Pondikote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podasaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podasaguda is 427745. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 764071 pincode. Papadahandi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Podasaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podasaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Podasaguda village had a total population of 111 people, including 55 males and 56 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.63%, with male literacy at 56.82% and female literacy at 20.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 25 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 30 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Podasaguda
Podasaguda 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 Podasaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Podasaguda.
| 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 Papadahandi to Podasaguda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Podasaguda is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podasaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podasaguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podasaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podasaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podasaguda
Where is Podasaguda located?
Podasaguda village is located in Paparahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podasaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Podasaguda is Pondikote.
What is the pincode of Podasaguda?
The pincode of Podasaguda is 764071.
What is the population of Podasaguda?
Podasaguda had a total population of 111, including 55 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Podasaguda?
Podasaguda had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podasaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podasaguda was 37.63%. Male literacy was 56.82% and female literacy was 20.41%.