Podabai - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Podabai is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sahada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podabai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podabai is 425379. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Podabai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podabai
As per Census 2011, Podabai village has a total population of 397 people, consisting of 199 males and 198 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 206 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podabai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 397 | 199 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 104 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 90 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 109 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Podabai
Podabai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hikiriguda | East | 1.44 km |
| Kurubelipadar | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Papikhal | West | 1.73 km |
| Norora (nauara) | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Podibhata | South | 2.55 km |
| Patharagada | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Minahala | North | 2.95 km |
| Marijhola | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Karkona | South | 3.24 km |
| Railima | West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podabai
Podabai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bissamcuttack, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Podabai is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Podabai is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podabai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podabai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Podabai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podabai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podabai
Where is Podabai located?
Podabai village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podabai?
The Gram Panchayat of Podabai is Sahada.
What is the pincode of Podabai?
The pincode of Podabai is 765019.
What is the population of Podabai?
Podabai has a total population of 397, including 199 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Podabai?
There are 81 households in Podabai.
What is the literacy rate in Podabai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podabai is 39.04%. Male literacy is 45.23% and female literacy is 32.83%.