Podoštra is located in the City of Gospić, in Lika-Senj County at an elevation of 500 meters above sea level and it covers the area of 4.67 km² (1.80 sq. miles). According to the 2011 census report, there were 186 inhabitants. It is predominantly populated by Croats (96%), but also Bosniaks (2%). Nearby places: Lički Novi, Kaniža Gospićka, Novoselo Trnovačko, Žabica, Debelo Brdo I, Debelo Brdo Ii, Gospić, Divoselo, Smiljan and Trnovac.