Odhar

Odhar is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Odhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Odhar unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Odhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Odhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Odhar is 037210. The village spans a total geographical area of 225 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143109. Raja Sansi is nearest town to Odhar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Odhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Odhar

According to the 2011 Census, Odhar has a total population of about 1,227, with approximately 633 males and 594 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 176 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 493 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.30%, with male literacy at about 57.66% and female literacy near 48.65%. There are around 210 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Odhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,227 633 594
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 176 88 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) 493 248 245
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 654 365 289
Illiterate Population 573 268 305

Connectivity of Odhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Odhar. As per the 2011 stats, Odhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Odhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Odhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Odhar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Odhar

Where is Odhar located?
Odhar village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odhar?
Odhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Odhar?
The pincode of Odhar is 143109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Odhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Odhar is 1,227, with 633 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Odhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Odhar village has a total of 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Odhar is 53.30%. The male literacy rate is 57.66%, while the female literacy rate is 48.65%.