Odrah - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Odrah is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Odhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odrah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odrah is 030975. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Odrah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odrah
According to the 2011 Census, Odrah village had a total population of 600 people, including 300 males and 300 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.49%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 86.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 507.
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 | 600 | 300 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 248 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 247 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 53 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Odrah
Odrah is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saggal | South-East | 0.86 km |
| Ballagan | West | 1.25 km |
| Jalota | North | 1.45 km |
| Panwan | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Keharwali | West | 1.76 km |
| Gangian | South | 2.01 km |
| Takipur | East | 2.08 km |
| Chhaurian | East | 2.26 km |
| Chak Mehra | North | 2.65 km |
| Mundian | East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Odrah
Odrah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dasuya, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Odrah is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odrah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odrah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Odrah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odrah 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 Odrah
Where is Odrah located?
Odrah village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odrah?
The Gram Panchayat of Odrah is Odhra.
What is the pincode of Odrah?
The pincode of Odrah is 144207.
What is the population of Odrah?
Odrah had a total population of 600, including 300 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Odrah?
Odrah had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odrah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odrah was 90.49%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 86.09%.