Podakucha - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Podakucha is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Serigumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podakucha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podakucha is 425709. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Podakucha 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 Podakucha
As per Census 2011, Podakucha village has a total population of 98 people, consisting of 39 males and 59 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,512 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podakucha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 39 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 3 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 39 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 36 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Podakucha
Podakucha 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 Podakucha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Podakucha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rayagada to Podakucha is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Podakucha is about 32 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 Podakucha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podakucha 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Podakucha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podakucha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podakucha
Where is Podakucha located?
Podakucha village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podakucha?
The Gram Panchayat of Podakucha is Serigumma.
What is the pincode of Podakucha?
The pincode of Podakucha is 765017.
What is the population of Podakucha?
Podakucha has a total population of 98, including 39 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Podakucha?
There are 25 households in Podakucha.
What is the literacy rate in Podakucha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podakucha is 4.08%. Male literacy is 7.69% and female literacy is 1.69%.