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
As per Census 2011, Odhava village has a total population of 2,708 people, consisting of 1,390 males and 1,318 females. The village has 491 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 490 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,463 literate and 1,245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 495 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Odhava are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,708, including 1,390 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Odhava?
There are 491 households in Odhava.
What is the literacy rate in Odhava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odhava is 54.03%. Male literacy is 64.17% and female literacy is 43.32%.