Podapadar - Kashipur, Rayagada
Podapadar is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Adajore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podapadar is 425805. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Podapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Podapadar village had a total population of 46 people, including 18 males and 28 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,556 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.43%, with male literacy at 25.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 2 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 14 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Podapadar
Podapadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotelpadar | East | 1.47 km |
| Kalapaipadar | West | 2.52 km |
| Sorishabad | North | 2.56 km |
| Raelpeta | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Kalandiamba | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Dalaguma | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Dandabad | South | 3.54 km |
| Kabatasil | West | 3.98 km |
| Sanachekana | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Badachekana | North | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podapadar
Public transport in the Podapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Leliguma, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Podapadar is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podapadar 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 Podapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podapadar 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 Podapadar
Where is Podapadar located?
Podapadar village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Podapadar is Adajore.
What is the pincode of Podapadar?
The pincode of Podapadar is 765015.
What is the population of Podapadar?
Podapadar had a total population of 46, including 18 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Podapadar?
Podapadar had 12 households.