Odani - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Odani is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Odani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odani is 503467. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.6 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Morva is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Odani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odani
As per Census 2011, Odani village has a total population of 523 people, consisting of 273 males and 250 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Odani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 523 | 273 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 59 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 138 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 135 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Odani
Odani 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 Odani
Odani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Morva to Odani is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Odani is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odani 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 Odani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odani 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 Odani
Where is Odani located?
Odani village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odani?
Odani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Odani?
The pincode of Odani is 486882.
What is the population of Odani?
Odani has a total population of 523, including 273 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Odani?
There are 107 households in Odani.
What is the literacy rate in Odani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odani is 39.77%. Male literacy is 50.55% and female literacy is 28.00%.