Osanga - Bahanaga, Balasore
Osanga is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Soro and around 30 km from Baleshwar. Baripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Osanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osanga is 393927. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 756044 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Osanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Osanga
As per Census 2011, Osanga village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 222 males and 200 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Osanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 222 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 202 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 181 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 41 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Osanga
Osanga 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 Osanga
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Osanga. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Osanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Osanga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Osanga is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Osanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Osanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osanga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Osanga
Where is Osanga located?
Osanga village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Osanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Osanga is Baripada.
What is the pincode of Osanga?
The pincode of Osanga is 756044.
What is the population of Osanga?
Osanga has a total population of 422, including 222 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Osanga?
There are 84 households in Osanga.
What is the literacy rate in Osanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osanga is 79.62%. Male literacy is 81.53% and female literacy is 77.50%.