Podda - Rampurhat - II, Birbhum
Podda is a village situated in the Rampurhat - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Bishnupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podda is 316486. The village covers a total geographical area of 528.93 hectares and falls under the 731244 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Podda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Podda
According to the 2011 Census, Podda village had a total population of 1,812 people, including 942 males and 870 females, living in 486 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 76.56% and female literacy at 59.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,226, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,812 | 942 | 870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 127 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,226 | 641 | 585 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 624 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 318 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Podda
Podda 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 Podda
Podda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Podda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rampurhat to Podda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Podda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podda
Where is Podda located?
Podda village is located in Rampurhat - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Podda?
The Gram Panchayat of Podda is Bishnupur.
What is the pincode of Podda?
The pincode of Podda is 731244.
What is the population of Podda?
Podda had a total population of 1,812, including 942 males and 870 females.
How many households are there in Podda?
Podda had 486 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podda was 68.42%. Male literacy was 76.56% and female literacy was 59.46%.