Oda - Rampur, Shimla
Oda is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Racholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oda is 023602. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 172001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Oda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oda
According to the 2011 Census, Oda village had a total population of 543 people, including 282 males and 261 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.57%, with male literacy at 89.84% and female literacy at 72.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371.
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 | 543 | 282 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 189 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 221 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 61 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Oda
Oda 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 Oda
Oda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Oda is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oda 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 Oda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oda 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 Oda
Where is Oda located?
Oda village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Oda?
The Gram Panchayat of Oda is Racholi.
What is the pincode of Oda?
The pincode of Oda is 172001.
What is the population of Oda?
Oda had a total population of 543, including 282 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Oda?
Oda had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oda was 81.57%. Male literacy was 89.84% and female literacy was 72.57%.