Podamal - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Podamal is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naktideul and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Sahebi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podamal is 382541. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 768118 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Podamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podamal
As per Census 2011, Podamal village has a total population of 12 people, consisting of 6 males and 6 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 7 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Podamal
Podamal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhauradadar | East | 0.90 km |
| Rijhaidadarjungle | East | 1.26 km |
| Sagajuri | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Chargad | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Luhakhandi | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Sunamudi | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Hatipahul | West | 5.77 km |
| Durjantailajungle | South-East | 5.81 km |
| Durjantaila | South-East | 5.85 km |
| Masinapali | South-East | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podamal
The nearest railway station is Charmal, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Podamal is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Podamal is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Podamal
Where is Podamal located?
Podamal village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Podamal is Sahebi.
What is the pincode of Podamal?
The pincode of Podamal is 768118.
What is the population of Podamal?
Podamal has a total population of 12, including 6 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Podamal?
There are 6 households in Podamal.
What is the literacy rate in Podamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podamal is 41.67%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 50.00%.