Oukhanda - Derabish, Kendrapara
Oukhanda is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Balia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oukhanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oukhanda is 396699. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 754208 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Oukhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oukhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Oukhanda village had a total population of 635 people, including 302 males and 333 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.44%, with male literacy at 95.85% and female literacy at 76.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 635 | 302 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 254 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 48 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Oukhanda
Oukhanda 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 Oukhanda
Oukhanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Oukhanda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Oukhanda is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oukhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oukhanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Oukhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oukhanda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Oukhanda
Where is Oukhanda located?
Oukhanda village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oukhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Oukhanda is Balia.
What is the pincode of Oukhanda?
The pincode of Oukhanda is 754208.
What is the population of Oukhanda?
Oukhanda had a total population of 635, including 302 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Oukhanda?
Oukhanda had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oukhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oukhanda was 85.44%. Male literacy was 95.85% and female literacy was 76.17%.