Odhava - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Odhava is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Odhava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odhava is 507717. The village covers a total geographical area of 858.59 hectares and falls under the 385505 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Odhava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odhava
According to the 2011 Census, Odhava village had a total population of 2,708 people, including 1,390 males and 1,318 females, living in 491 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.96%, with male literacy at 77.97% and female literacy at 53.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 495.
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 | 2,708 | 1,390 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 490 | 246 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 250 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,463 | 892 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,245 | 498 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Odhava
Odhava 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 Odhava
Public transport in the Odhava is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palanpur to Odhava is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odhava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odhava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Odhava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odhava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Odhava
Where is Odhava located?
Odhava village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odhava?
Odhava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Odhava?
The pincode of Odhava is 385505.
What is the population of Odhava?
Odhava had a total population of 2,708, including 1,390 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Odhava?
Odhava had 491 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odhava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odhava was 65.96%. Male literacy was 77.97% and female literacy was 53.17%.