Pudadihi - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Pudadihi is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Sarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pudadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pudadihi is 381971. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Pudadihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pudadihi
According to the 2011 Census, Pudadihi village had a total population of 200 people, including 95 males and 105 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.38%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 70.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 200 | 95 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 91 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 26 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Pudadihi
Pudadihi 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 Pudadihi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pudadihi.
| 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 Kochinda to Pudadihi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Pudadihi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pudadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pudadihi 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 Pudadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pudadihi 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 Pudadihi
Where is Pudadihi located?
Pudadihi village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pudadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pudadihi is Sarda.
What is the pincode of Pudadihi?
The pincode of Pudadihi is 768107.
What is the population of Pudadihi?
Pudadihi had a total population of 200, including 95 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Pudadihi?
Pudadihi had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pudadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pudadihi was 77.38%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 70.11%.