Odina - Sonawari, Bandipora
Odina is a village situated in the Sonawari tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Sonawari and around 45 km from Bandipora. Odina A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Odina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odina is 002810. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.4 hectares and falls under the 193501 pincode. Sumbal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Odina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odina
According to the 2011 Census, Odina village had a total population of 3,599 people, including 1,781 males and 1,818 females, living in 461 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.79%, with male literacy at 52.61% and female literacy at 29.21%.
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 | 3,599 | 1,781 | 1,818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 657 | 325 | 332 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,200 | 766 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,399 | 1,015 | 1,384 |
Nearby Villages of Odina
Odina 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 Odina
Odina is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Sumbal to Odina is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Odina is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odina 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 Odina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Odina
Where is Odina located?
Odina village is located in Sonawari Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Odina?
The Halqa Panchayat of Odina is Odina A.
What is the pincode of Odina?
The pincode of Odina is 193501.
What is the population of Odina?
Odina had a total population of 3,599, including 1,781 males and 1,818 females.
How many households are there in Odina?
Odina had 461 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odina was 40.79%. Male literacy was 52.61% and female literacy was 29.21%.