Podowali Village - Laksar, Haridwar
Podowali is a village situated in the Laksar tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Laksar and around 62 km from Hardwar. Podowali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podowali is 056922. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.24 hectares and falls under the 247671 pincode. Laksar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Podowali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hardwar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Podowali
As per Census 2011, Podowali village has a total population of 1,467 people, consisting of 777 males and 690 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 920 literate and 547 illiterate residents. Additionally, 553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podowali are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,467 | 777 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 131 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 293 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 920 | 538 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 239 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Podowali
Podowali 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 Podowali
Podowali 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 located within >10 km of Podowali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Laksar to Podowali is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Podowali 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 Podowali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podowali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Podowali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podowali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Podowali
Where is Podowali located?
Podowali village is located in Laksar Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podowali?
Podowali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Podowali?
The pincode of Podowali is 247671.
What is the population of Podowali?
Podowali has a total population of 1,467, including 777 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Podowali?
There are 256 households in Podowali.
What is the literacy rate in Podowali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podowali is 62.71%. Male literacy is 69.24% and female literacy is 55.36%.