Odamba - Gop, Puri
Odamba is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Ganeswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odamba is 409431. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Odamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odamba
As per Census 2011, Odamba village has a total population of 343 people, consisting of 183 males and 160 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Odamba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 343 | 183 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 156 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 27 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Odamba
Odamba 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 Odamba
Odamba 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 5-10 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 Nimapada to Odamba is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Odamba is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Odamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Odamba
Where is Odamba located?
Odamba village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Odamba is Ganeswarpur.
What is the pincode of Odamba?
The pincode of Odamba is 752110.
What is the population of Odamba?
Odamba has a total population of 343, including 183 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Odamba?
There are 87 households in Odamba.
What is the literacy rate in Odamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odamba is 82.22%. Male literacy is 85.25% and female literacy is 78.75%.