Odakhanda - Kishannagar, Cuttack
Odakhanda is a village situated in the Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishannagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Manijanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odakhanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odakhanda is 399998. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 754134 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Odakhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cuttack sadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odakhanda
As per Census 2011, Odakhanda village has a total population of 558 people, consisting of 279 males and 279 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Odakhanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 558 | 279 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 92 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 195 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 84 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Odakhanda
Odakhanda 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 Odakhanda
Public transport in the Odakhanda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Odakhanda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odakhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odakhanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Odakhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odakhanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Odakhanda
Where is Odakhanda located?
Odakhanda village is located in Kishannagar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odakhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Odakhanda is Manijanga.
What is the pincode of Odakhanda?
The pincode of Odakhanda is 754134.
What is the population of Odakhanda?
Odakhanda has a total population of 558, including 279 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Odakhanda?
There are 122 households in Odakhanda.
What is the literacy rate in Odakhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odakhanda is 66.67%. Male literacy is 69.89% and female literacy is 63.44%.