Odru - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Odru is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 125 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Kerpe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odru is 450680. The village covers a total geographical area of 1967.07 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Odru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odru
According to the 2011 Census, Odru village had a total population of 29 people, including 13 males and 16 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,231 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.64%, with male literacy at 30.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 10 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Odru
Odru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunda Puri | West | 3.15 km |
| Guttamarka | South | 3.58 km |
| Badealwada | South-West | 4.53 km |
| Markud | North-East | 5.77 km |
| Marlam | South | 6.07 km |
| Doke | South-East | 6.08 km |
| Rengawaya | East | 6.30 km |
| Marrimadgu | North-East | 6.78 km |
| Mukabeli | South | 7.56 km |
| Adepalli | West | 8.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Odru
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Odru. The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopalpattanam to Odru is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Odru is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odru 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 Odru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Odru
Where is Odru located?
Odru village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odru?
The Gram Panchayat of Odru is Kerpe.
What is the pincode of Odru?
The pincode of Odru is 494448.
What is the population of Odru?
Odru had a total population of 29, including 13 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Odru?
Odru had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odru was 13.64%. Male literacy was 30.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.