Odang - Marsaghai, Kendrapara

Odang is a village situated in the Marsaghai tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Patkura and around 18 km from Kendrapara . Akhua-dakhini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odang village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Odang is 396781. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 754228 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.

Odang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Odang

According to the 2011 Census, Odang village had a total population of 1,025 people, including 529 males and 496 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.53%, with male literacy at 83.13% and female literacy at 75.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Odang

Odang is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Odang

Odang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahama, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Odang is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Odang is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Odang

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odang village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Odang

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odang village are given below:

FAQs about Odang