Podasing - Gunupur, Rayagada
Podasing is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chalakamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podasing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podasing is 426758. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 765033 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Podasing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podasing
As per Census 2011, Podasing village has a total population of 688 people, consisting of 338 males and 350 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 301 literate and 387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 627 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podasing are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 338 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 627 | 310 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 177 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 161 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Podasing
Podasing 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rupapadar | South | 1.27 km |
| Mering | East | 1.97 km |
| Dambasara | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Nuagam | South | 2.81 km |
| Kalma | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Bagsola | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Bhulusunda | North | 3.93 km |
| Ghanantri | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Garamul | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Bharsing | South-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podasing
Podasing is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.1 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Podasing is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Podasing is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podasing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podasing 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podasing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podasing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podasing
Where is Podasing located?
Podasing village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podasing?
The Gram Panchayat of Podasing is Chalakamba.
What is the pincode of Podasing?
The pincode of Podasing is 765033.
What is the population of Podasing?
Podasing has a total population of 688, including 338 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Podasing?
There are 148 households in Podasing.
What is the literacy rate in Podasing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podasing is 43.75%. Male literacy is 52.37% and female literacy is 35.43%.