Podanga - Pipili, Puri
Podanga is a village situated in the Pipili tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipili and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Teisipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podanga is 408811. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 752046 pincode. Pipili is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Podanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podanga
According to the 2011 Census, Podanga village had a total population of 1,032 people, including 541 males and 491 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.72%, with male literacy at 88.22% and female literacy at 72.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 391.
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 | 1,032 | 541 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 202 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 427 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 114 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Podanga
Podanga 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 Podanga
Podanga 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 Podanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pipili to Podanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Podanga is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Podanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podanga
Where is Podanga located?
Podanga village is located in Pipili Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Podanga is Teisipur.
What is the pincode of Podanga?
The pincode of Podanga is 752046.
What is the population of Podanga?
Podanga had a total population of 1,032, including 541 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Podanga?
Podanga had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podanga was 80.72%. Male literacy was 88.22% and female literacy was 72.35%.