Podimaska - Muniguda, Rayagada
Podimaska is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 93 km from Ambadala and around 73 km from Rayagada . Kumudaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podimaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podimaska is 424840. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Podimaska 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 Podimaska
According to the 2011 Census, Podimaska village had a total population of 239 people, including 114 males and 125 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.02%, with male literacy at 78.49% and female literacy at 26.21%.
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 | 239 | 114 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 73 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 41 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Podimaska
Podimaska 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kinam | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Meringi | East | 1.12 km |
| Kurmajodi | North | 1.43 km |
| Khalopadar | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Sanoagulo | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Jugapadar | East | 2.36 km |
| Bhimpur | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Koramohan | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Kukuralima | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Baromahulo | North | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podimaska
Podimaska is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muniguda, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| 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 Podimaska is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Podimaska is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podimaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podimaska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podimaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podimaska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podimaska
Where is Podimaska located?
Podimaska village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podimaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Podimaska is Kumudaballi.
What is the pincode of Podimaska?
The pincode of Podimaska is 765020.
What is the population of Podimaska?
Podimaska had a total population of 239, including 114 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Podimaska?
Podimaska had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podimaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podimaska was 51.02%. Male literacy was 78.49% and female literacy was 26.21%.