Odarka - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Odarka is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Pithalapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odarka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odarka is 516324. The village covers a total geographical area of 704.23 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Odarka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odarka
As per Census 2011, Odarka village has a total population of 899 people, consisting of 458 males and 441 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 716 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Odarka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 899 | 458 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 369 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 89 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Odarka
Odarka 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 Odarka
Public transport in the Odarka 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 Alang to Odarka is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Odarka is about 35 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 Odarka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odarka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Odarka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odarka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Odarka
Where is Odarka located?
Odarka village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odarka?
The Gram Panchayat of Odarka is Pithalapur.
What is the pincode of Odarka?
The pincode of Odarka is 364120.
What is the population of Odarka?
Odarka has a total population of 899, including 458 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Odarka?
There are 141 households in Odarka.
What is the literacy rate in Odarka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odarka is 79.64%. Male literacy is 80.57% and female literacy is 78.68%.