Odru - Gudari, Rayagada
Odru is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Madhubana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odru is 426892. The village covers a total geographical area of 756 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Odru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odru
According to the 2011 Census, Odru village had a total population of 153 people, including 72 males and 81 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.24%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 1.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
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 | 153 | 72 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 72 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 56 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 16 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Odru
Odru 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 Odru
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Odru.
| 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 Rayagada to Odru is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Odru is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Odru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odru 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 Odru
Where is Odru located?
Odru village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Odru?
The Gram Panchayat of Odru is Madhubana.
What is the pincode of Odru?
The pincode of Odru is 765026.
What is the population of Odru?
Odru had a total population of 153, including 72 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Odru?
Odru had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odru was 45.24%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 1.43%.