Ostiamala - Odagaon, Nayagarh
Ostiamala is a village situated in the Odagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Odagaon and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Banthapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ostiamala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ostiamala is 406628. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 752081 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ostiamala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ostiamala
As per Census 2011, Ostiamala village has a total population of 249 people, consisting of 142 males and 107 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 753 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 7 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ostiamala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 142 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | - | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 141 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 1 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Ostiamala
Ostiamala 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 Ostiamala
Ostiamala 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 >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 Nayagarh to Ostiamala is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ostiamala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ostiamala 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 Ostiamala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ostiamala 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 Ostiamala
Where is Ostiamala located?
Ostiamala village is located in Odagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ostiamala?
The Gram Panchayat of Ostiamala is Banthapur.
What is the pincode of Ostiamala?
The pincode of Ostiamala is 752081.
What is the population of Ostiamala?
Ostiamala has a total population of 249, including 142 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Ostiamala?
There are 21 households in Ostiamala.
What is the literacy rate in Ostiamala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ostiamala is 97.19%. Male literacy is 99.30% and female literacy is 94.39%.