Odapada
Odapada is a village located in Motunga tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Motunga (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Odapada village is also a gram panchayat.
Odapada has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Odapada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Odapada is 402953. The village spans a total geographical area of 464 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759019. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Odapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Odapada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Odapada
Population of Odapada
Below is a concise population overview of Odapada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,891 | 1,520 | 1,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 150 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 309 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 162 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 2,262 | 1,259 | 1,003 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 261 | 368 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Odapada village:
- The total population of Odapada village is around 2,891, including approximately 1,520 males and 1,371 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 267 children aged 0–6 years in Odapada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Odapada village has 577 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 340 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Odapada village is about 78.24%, with male literacy at 82.83% and female literacy at 73.16%.
- There are around 655 households in Odapada village.
Connectivity of Odapada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Odapada. As per the 2011 stats, Odapada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Odapada
Knowing the nearby villages of Odapada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Odapada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Odapada
- Where is Odapada located?
- Odapada village is situated in Motunga Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Odapada?
- Odapada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Odapada?
- The pincode of Odapada is 759019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Odapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Odapada is 2,891, with 1,520 males and 1,371 females.
- How many households are there in Odapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Odapada village has a total of 655 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Odapada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Odapada is 78.24%. The male literacy rate is 82.83%, while the female literacy rate is 73.16%.