Podadihi - Koida, Sundargarh
Podadihi is a village situated in the Koida tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koida and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Patmund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podadihi is 384795. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 770048 pincode. Barbil is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Podadihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podadihi
As per Census 2011, Podadihi village has a total population of 327 people, consisting of 152 males and 175 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,151 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 300 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podadihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 152 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 31 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 139 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 59 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 93 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Podadihi
Podadihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajuridihi | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Patmunda | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Kadamdihi | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Badpatuli | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Chhachhelia | North | 2.97 km |
| Baldihi | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Mithirda | East | 3.76 km |
| Sanrusiberna | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Kiriakudar | East | 4.43 km |
| Kadalia | East | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podadihi
Podadihi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nayagarh, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.0 km.
| 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 Barbil to Podadihi is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Podadihi is about 63 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 Podadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podadihi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podadihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podadihi
Where is Podadihi located?
Podadihi village is located in Koida Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Podadihi is Patmund.
What is the pincode of Podadihi?
The pincode of Podadihi is 770048.
What is the population of Podadihi?
Podadihi has a total population of 327, including 152 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Podadihi?
There are 88 households in Podadihi.
What is the literacy rate in Podadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podadihi is 27.22%. Male literacy is 38.82% and female literacy is 17.14%.