Podeikani - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Podeikani is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Narayanapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podeikani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podeikani is 425605. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Podeikani 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 Podeikani
As per Census 2011, Podeikani village has a total population of 151 people, consisting of 68 males and 83 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,220 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 135 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podeikani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 151 | 68 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 57 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 44 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 24 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Podeikani
Podeikani 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 Podeikani
Public transport in the Podeikani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Podeikani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Podeikani is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Podeikani is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podeikani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podeikani 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 Podeikani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podeikani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Podeikani
Where is Podeikani located?
Podeikani village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podeikani?
The Gram Panchayat of Podeikani is Narayanapur.
What is the pincode of Podeikani?
The pincode of Podeikani is 765016.
What is the population of Podeikani?
Podeikani has a total population of 151, including 68 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Podeikani?
There are 36 households in Podeikani.
What is the literacy rate in Podeikani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podeikani is 45.70%. Male literacy is 64.71% and female literacy is 30.12%.