Osingi - Kabisuryanagar, Ganjam
Osingi is a village situated in the Kabisuryanagar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kabisuryanagar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Paikajamuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Osingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osingi is 411383. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 761104 pincode. Kavisurjyanagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Osingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Osingi
According to the 2011 Census, Osingi village had a total population of 791 people, including 395 males and 396 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.81%, with male literacy at 92.75% and female literacy at 77.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 791 | 395 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 307 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 88 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Osingi
Osingi 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 Osingi
Osingi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kavisurjyanagar to Osingi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Osingi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Osingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Osingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osingi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Osingi
Where is Osingi located?
Osingi village is located in Kabisuryanagar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Osingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Osingi is Paikajamuna.
What is the pincode of Osingi?
The pincode of Osingi is 761104.
What is the population of Osingi?
Osingi had a total population of 791, including 395 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Osingi?
Osingi had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Osingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osingi was 84.81%. Male literacy was 92.75% and female literacy was 77.23%.