Odu - Dasada, Surendranagar
Odu is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Odu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odu is 512115. The village covers a total geographical area of 9277.54 hectares and falls under the 363760 pincode. Kharaghoda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Odu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odu
As per Census 2011, Odu village has a total population of 2,793 people, consisting of 1,498 males and 1,295 females. The village has 574 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 424 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,270 literate and 1,523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Odu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,793 | 1,498 | 1,295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 231 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 62 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,270 | 803 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,523 | 695 | 828 |
Nearby Villages of Odu
Odu 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 Odu
Public transport in the Odu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kharaghoda to Odu is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Odu is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Odu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odu 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 Odu
Where is Odu located?
Odu village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odu?
Odu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Odu?
The pincode of Odu is 363760.
What is the population of Odu?
Odu has a total population of 2,793, including 1,498 males and 1,295 females.
How many households are there in Odu?
There are 574 households in Odu.
What is the literacy rate in Odu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odu is 45.47%. Male literacy is 53.60% and female literacy is 36.06%.