Odalguri - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Odalguri is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odalguri is 273302. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Odalguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odalguri
As per Census 2011, Odalguri village has a total population of 754 people, consisting of 357 males and 397 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 753 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Odalguri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 754 | 357 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 753 | 357 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 194 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 163 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Odalguri
Odalguri 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 Odalguri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Odalguri.
| 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 Tura to Odalguri is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odalguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odalguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Odalguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odalguri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Odalguri
Where is Odalguri located?
Odalguri village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Odalguri?
The pincode of Odalguri is 794109.
What is the population of Odalguri?
Odalguri has a total population of 754, including 357 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Odalguri?
There are 146 households in Odalguri.
What is the literacy rate in Odalguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odalguri is 50.27%. Male literacy is 54.34% and female literacy is 46.60%.