Osamaska - Gania, Nayagarh
Osamaska is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Badasilinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Osamaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osamaska is 405290. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Osamaska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Osamaska
According to the 2011 Census, Osamaska village had a total population of 101 people, including 46 males and 55 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,196 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.37%, with male literacy at 97.50% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 7 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Osamaska
Osamaska 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 Osamaska
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Osamaska.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khandapada to Osamaska is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Osamaska is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Osamaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osamaska 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Osamaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osamaska 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 Osamaska
Where is Osamaska located?
Osamaska village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Osamaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Osamaska is Badasilinga.
What is the pincode of Osamaska?
The pincode of Osamaska is 752085.
What is the population of Osamaska?
Osamaska had a total population of 101, including 46 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Osamaska?
Osamaska had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Osamaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osamaska was 85.37%. Male literacy was 97.50% and female literacy was 73.81%.