Podapali(Kala) - Khariar, Nuapada
Podapali(Kala) is a village situated in the Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khariar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Bargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapali(Kala) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapali(Kala) is 421962. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 766107 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Podapali(Kala) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapali(Kala)
According to the 2011 Census, Podapali(Kala) village had a total population of 498 people, including 254 males and 244 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.69%, with male literacy at 65.00% and female literacy at 42.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 293.
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 | 498 | 254 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 151 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 143 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 111 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Podapali(Kala)
Podapali(Kala) 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 Podapali(Kala)
Podapali(Kala) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Podapali(Kala) is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Podapali(Kala) is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapali(Kala)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapali(Kala) 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 Podapali(Kala)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapali(Kala) 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 Podapali(Kala)
Where is Podapali(Kala) located?
Podapali(Kala) village is located in Khariar Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podapali(Kala)?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapali(Kala) is Bargaon.
What is the pincode of Podapali(Kala)?
The pincode of Podapali(Kala) is 766107.
What is the population of Podapali(Kala)?
Podapali(Kala) had a total population of 498, including 254 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Podapali(Kala)?
Podapali(Kala) had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podapali(Kala)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podapali(Kala) was 53.69%. Male literacy was 65.00% and female literacy was 42.06%.