Odhva - Saraswati, Patan
Odhva is a village situated in the Saraswati taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Patan and around 8 km from Patan. Odhva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odhva is 508847. The village covers a total geographical area of 1007.87 hectares and falls under the 384266 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Odhva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Odhva
According to the 2011 Census, Odhva village had a total population of 2,856 people, including 1,479 males and 1,377 females, living in 529 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.16%, with male literacy at 81.09% and female literacy at 56.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 920.
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 | 2,856 | 1,479 | 1,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 226 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 920 | 488 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,673 | 1,016 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,183 | 463 | 720 |
Nearby Villages of Odhva
Odhva 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 Odhva
Public transport in the Odhva is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patan to Odhva is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odhva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odhva 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 Odhva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odhva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Odhva
Where is Odhva located?
Odhva village is located in Saraswati Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odhva?
Odhva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Odhva?
The pincode of Odhva is 384266.
What is the population of Odhva?
Odhva had a total population of 2,856, including 1,479 males and 1,377 females.
How many households are there in Odhva?
Odhva had 529 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odhva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odhva was 69.16%. Male literacy was 81.09% and female literacy was 56.35%.