Podajalanga - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Podajalanga is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Munderkhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podajalanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podajalanga is 383503. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Podajalanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Podajalanga
According to the 2011 Census, Podajalanga village had a total population of 347 people, including 175 males and 172 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 86.18% and female literacy at 66.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 347 | 175 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 131 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 44 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Podajalanga
Podajalanga 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 Podajalanga
Podajalanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Podajalanga is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podajalanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podajalanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podajalanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podajalanga 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 Podajalanga
Where is Podajalanga located?
Podajalanga village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podajalanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Podajalanga is Munderkhet.
What is the pincode of Podajalanga?
The pincode of Podajalanga is 770024.
What is the population of Podajalanga?
Podajalanga had a total population of 347, including 175 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Podajalanga?
Podajalanga had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podajalanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podajalanga was 76.47%. Male literacy was 86.18% and female literacy was 66.88%.