Odhi - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Odhi is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Walamba R serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odhi is 525088. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Odhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odhi
According to the 2011 Census, Odhi village had a total population of 403 people, including 207 males and 196 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.04%, with male literacy at 46.54% and female literacy at 37.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 401.
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 | 403 | 207 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 205 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 74 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 133 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Odhi
Odhi 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 Odhi
Odhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Odhi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Odhi is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odhi 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 Odhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Odhi
Where is Odhi located?
Odhi village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Odhi is Walamba R.
What is the pincode of Odhi?
The pincode of Odhi is 425419.
What is the population of Odhi?
Odhi had a total population of 403, including 207 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Odhi?
Odhi had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odhi was 42.04%. Male literacy was 46.54% and female literacy was 37.42%.