Odium - Kunnam, Perambalur
Odium is a village situated in the Kunnam taluka of Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunnam and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Perambalur. Othiyam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odium village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odium is 636253. The village covers a total geographical area of 1848.07 hectares and falls under the 621708 pincode. Perambalur is the nearest town.
Odium village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunnam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odium
According to the 2011 Census, Odium village had a total population of 1,598 people, including 837 males and 761 females, living in 416 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.13%, with male literacy at 82.93% and female literacy at 55.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 531.
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 | 1,598 | 837 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 93 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 286 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 617 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 220 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Odium
Odium 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Periyammapalayam | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Kunnam | East | 3.65 km |
| Asur | North | 4.79 km |
| Kottarai | South-West | 5.02 km |
| Adhanur (north) | South | 5.25 km |
| Sithali West | North-West | 5.66 km |
| Varagur | North-East | 6.16 km |
| Sathanur | South | 7.76 km |
| Thondappadi | South-East | 7.80 km |
| Koothur | South | 8.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Odium
Odium is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ariyalur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Perambalur to Odium is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odium
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odium 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Odium
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odium 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Odium
Where is Odium located?
Odium village is located in Kunnam Taluka, Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Odium?
The Gram Panchayat of Odium is Othiyam.
What is the pincode of Odium?
The pincode of Odium is 621708.
What is the population of Odium?
Odium had a total population of 1,598, including 837 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Odium?
Odium had 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odium?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odium was 70.13%. Male literacy was 82.93% and female literacy was 55.74%.