Odar - Dewal, Chamoli
Odar is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Tharali and around 103 km from Gopeshwar. Odar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odar is 041796. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.77 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Odar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odar
As per Census 2011, Odar village has a total population of 605 people, consisting of 294 males and 311 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 409 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Odar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 605 | 294 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 141 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 234 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 60 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Odar
Odar 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 Odar
Public transport in the Odar is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Odar is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Odar is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Odar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odar 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 Odar
Where is Odar located?
Odar village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odar?
Odar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Odar?
The pincode of Odar is 246427.
What is the population of Odar?
Odar has a total population of 605, including 294 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Odar?
There are 138 households in Odar.
What is the literacy rate in Odar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odar is 67.60%. Male literacy is 79.59% and female literacy is 56.27%.