Podlara - Purulia - II, Purulia
Podlara is a village situated in the Purulia - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.6 km from Purulia and around 34.9 km from Purulia. Chharradumdumi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podlara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podlara is 329965. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.71 hectares and falls under the 723147 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Podlara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Podlara
As per Census 2011, Podlara village has a total population of 2,594 people, consisting of 1,358 males and 1,236 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,333 literate and 1,261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,061 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podlara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,594 | 1,358 | 1,236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 227 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,061 | 548 | 513 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,333 | 876 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,261 | 482 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Podlara
Podlara 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 Podlara
Podlara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Podlara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Podlara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Podlara is about 34.9 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 Podlara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podlara 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 Podlara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podlara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podlara
Where is Podlara located?
Podlara village is located in Purulia - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podlara?
The Gram Panchayat of Podlara is Chharradumdumi.
What is the pincode of Podlara?
The pincode of Podlara is 723147.
What is the population of Podlara?
Podlara has a total population of 2,594, including 1,358 males and 1,236 females.
How many households are there in Podlara?
There are 428 households in Podlara.
What is the literacy rate in Podlara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podlara is 51.39%. Male literacy is 64.51% and female literacy is 36.97%.