Odura - Pankhu, Pithoragarh
Odura is a village situated in the Pankhu tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Berinag and around 70 km from Pithoragarh. Barat Jubbar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odura is 049554. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.15 hectares and falls under the 262533 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Odura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Odura
As per Census 2011, Odura village has a total population of 267 people, consisting of 129 males and 138 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Odura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 129 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 128 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 48 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Odura
Odura 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 Odura
Odura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Odura is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Odura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Odura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Odura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Odura
Where is Odura located?
Odura village is located in Pankhu Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odura?
The Gram Panchayat of Odura is Barat Jubbar.
What is the pincode of Odura?
The pincode of Odura is 262533.
What is the population of Odura?
Odura has a total population of 267, including 129 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Odura?
There are 56 households in Odura.
What is the literacy rate in Odura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odura is 59.55%. Male literacy is 62.79% and female literacy is 56.52%.