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
According to the 2011 Census, Osanga village had a total population of 422 people, including 222 males and 200 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.30%, with male literacy at 95.26% and female literacy at 87.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 381.
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 | 422 | 222 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 202 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 422, including 222 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Osanga?
Osanga had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Osanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osanga was 91.30%. Male literacy was 95.26% and female literacy was 87.08%.