Podamal - Ulunda, Sonepur
Podamal is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Biramaharajpur and around 35 km from Subarnapur. Kotsamalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podamal is 419229. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podamal
As per Census 2011, Podamal village has a total population of 13 people, consisting of 8 males and 5 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 625 females per 1,000 males. The village has 10 literate and 3 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | - | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Podamal
Podamal 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 Podamal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Podamal.
| 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 Sonapur to Podamal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Podamal is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Podamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Podamal
Where is Podamal located?
Podamal village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Podamal is Kotsamalai.
What is the pincode of Podamal?
The pincode of Podamal is 767018.
What is the population of Podamal?
Podamal has a total population of 13, including 8 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Podamal?
There are 4 households in Podamal.
What is the literacy rate in Podamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podamal is 76.92%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 40.00%.