Podasahi - Odagaon, Nayagarh
Podasahi is a village situated in the Odagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Odagaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Beruhanbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podasahi is 406626. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 752081 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Podasahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podasahi
As per Census 2011, Podasahi village has a total population of 189 people, consisting of 98 males and 91 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podasahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 63 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 35 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Podasahi
Podasahi 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 Podasahi
Public transport in the Podasahi 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 Nayagarh to Podasahi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podasahi 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 Podasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podasahi 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 Podasahi
Where is Podasahi located?
Podasahi village is located in Odagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Podasahi is Beruhanbari.
What is the pincode of Podasahi?
The pincode of Podasahi is 752081.
What is the population of Podasahi?
Podasahi has a total population of 189, including 98 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Podasahi?
There are 45 households in Podasahi.
What is the literacy rate in Podasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podasahi is 51.32%. Male literacy is 64.29% and female literacy is 37.36%.