Ograbraij (Rv) - Ferrargunj, South Andamans
Ograbraij (Rv) is a village situated in the Ferrargunj taluka of South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 8 km from Ferrargunj and around 25 km from Port Blair. Mithakhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ograbraij (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ograbraij (Rv) is 645474. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.85 hectares and falls under the 744206 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ograbraij (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ograbraij (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Ograbraij (Rv) village had a total population of 1,467 people, including 796 males and 671 females, living in 331 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.14%, with male literacy at 91.00% and female literacy at 89.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,467 | 796 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 85 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,179 | 647 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 149 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Ograbraij (Rv)
Ograbraij (Rv) 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 Ograbraij (Rv)
Ograbraij (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Ograbraij (Rv) is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ograbraij (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ograbraij (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ograbraij (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ograbraij (Rv) 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ograbraij (Rv)
Where is Ograbraij (Rv) located?
Ograbraij (Rv) village is located in Ferrargunj Taluka, South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ograbraij (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Ograbraij (Rv) is Mithakhari.
What is the pincode of Ograbraij (Rv)?
The pincode of Ograbraij (Rv) is 744206.
What is the population of Ograbraij (Rv)?
Ograbraij (Rv) had a total population of 1,467, including 796 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Ograbraij (Rv)?
Ograbraij (Rv) had 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ograbraij (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ograbraij (Rv) was 90.14%. Male literacy was 91.00% and female literacy was 89.11%.