Odsingh - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Odsingh is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badarama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odsingh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odsingh is 381920. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Odsingh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odsingh
As per Census 2011, Odsingh village has a total population of 586 people, consisting of 295 males and 291 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 528 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Odsingh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 586 | 295 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 44 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 262 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 114 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 181 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Odsingh
Odsingh 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 Odsingh
Public transport in the Odsingh 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 Kochinda to Odsingh is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Odsingh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odsingh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odsingh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Odsingh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odsingh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Odsingh
Where is Odsingh located?
Odsingh village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odsingh?
The Gram Panchayat of Odsingh is Badarama.
What is the pincode of Odsingh?
The pincode of Odsingh is 768107.
What is the population of Odsingh?
Odsingh has a total population of 586, including 295 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Odsingh?
There are 145 households in Odsingh.
What is the literacy rate in Odsingh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odsingh is 31.74%. Male literacy is 38.64% and female literacy is 24.74%.