Podeng - Kashipur, Rayagada
Podeng is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Godiballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podeng village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podeng is 425849. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Podeng 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 Podeng
According to the 2011 Census, Podeng village had a total population of 125 people, including 55 males and 70 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,273 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.43%, with male literacy at 21.43% and female literacy at 9.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 125 | 55 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 46 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Podeng
Podeng 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 Podeng
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Podeng.
| 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 Podeng is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podeng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podeng 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podeng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podeng 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 Podeng
Where is Podeng located?
Podeng village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podeng?
The Gram Panchayat of Podeng is Godiballi.
What is the pincode of Podeng?
The pincode of Podeng is 765015.
What is the population of Podeng?
Podeng had a total population of 125, including 55 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Podeng?
Podeng had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podeng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podeng was 14.43%. Male literacy was 21.43% and female literacy was 9.09%.