Odar - Sulah, Kangra
Odar is a village situated in the Sulah tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Dharmsala. Mansimbal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odar is 011633. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.36 hectares and falls under the 176102 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Odar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odar
As per Census 2011, Odar village has a total population of 379 people, consisting of 178 males and 201 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Odar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 178 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 142 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 36 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Odar
Odar 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 Odar
Public transport in the Odar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Odar is about 38 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 Odar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Odar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odar 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 Odar
Where is Odar located?
Odar village is located in Sulah Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odar?
The Gram Panchayat of Odar is Mansimbal.
What is the pincode of Odar?
The pincode of Odar is 176102.
What is the population of Odar?
Odar has a total population of 379, including 178 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Odar?
There are 84 households in Odar.
What is the literacy rate in Odar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odar is 71.77%. Male literacy is 79.78% and female literacy is 64.68%.