Podibhata - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Podibhata is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Polama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podibhata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podibhata is 425580. The village covers a total geographical area of 457 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Podibhata 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 Podibhata
As per Census 2011, Podibhata village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 163 males and 214 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,312 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 377 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podibhata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 163 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 163 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 130 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Podibhata
Podibhata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karkona | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Norora (nauara) | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Kurubelipadar | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Bandhakaranja | South | 2.28 km |
| Musudi | West | 2.42 km |
| Gobiri | South | 2.53 km |
| Podabai | North | 2.55 km |
| Papikhal | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Satabisi | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Hikiriguda | North-East | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podibhata
Podibhata is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bissamcuttack, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Podibhata is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Podibhata is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podibhata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podibhata 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 Podibhata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podibhata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podibhata
Where is Podibhata located?
Podibhata village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podibhata?
The Gram Panchayat of Podibhata is Polama.
What is the pincode of Podibhata?
The pincode of Podibhata is 765016.
What is the population of Podibhata?
Podibhata has a total population of 377, including 163 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Podibhata?
There are 85 households in Podibhata.
What is the literacy rate in Podibhata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podibhata is 15.65%. Male literacy is 20.25% and female literacy is 12.15%.