Odelguda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Odelguda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chitrangapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odelguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odelguda is 430966. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Odelguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odelguda
According to the 2011 Census, Odelguda village had a total population of 137 people, including 55 males and 82 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,491 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.18%, with male literacy at 48.84% and female literacy at 31.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 137 | 55 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 55 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 34 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Odelguda
Odelguda 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 Odelguda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Odelguda.
| 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 Malkangiri to Odelguda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Odelguda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odelguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odelguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Odelguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odelguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Odelguda
Where is Odelguda located?
Odelguda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odelguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Odelguda is Chitrangapalli.
What is the pincode of Odelguda?
The pincode of Odelguda is 764086.
What is the population of Odelguda?
Odelguda had a total population of 137, including 55 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Odelguda?
Odelguda had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odelguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odelguda was 38.18%. Male literacy was 48.84% and female literacy was 31.34%.