Odual - Nimapada, Puri
Odual is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 46.5 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Salanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odual village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odual is 409086. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Odual 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 Odual
According to the 2011 Census, Odual village had a total population of 394 people, including 199 males and 195 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.79%, with male literacy at 90.61% and female literacy at 70.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248.
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 | 394 | 199 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 123 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 164 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 35 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Odual
Odual 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 Odual
Odual 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Odual is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Odual is about 46.5 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 Odual
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odual village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Odual
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odual village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Odual
Where is Odual located?
Odual village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Odual?
The Gram Panchayat of Odual is Salanga.
What is the pincode of Odual?
The pincode of Odual is 752106.
What is the population of Odual?
Odual had a total population of 394, including 199 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Odual?
Odual had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odual?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odual was 80.79%. Male literacy was 90.61% and female literacy was 70.52%.