Osain - Behea, Bhojpur
Osain is a village situated in the Behea subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behea and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Osai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Osain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osain is 247174. The village covers a total geographical area of 480 hectares and falls under the 802183 pincode. Behea is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Osain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Osain
According to the 2011 Census, Osain village had a total population of 6,308 people, including 3,295 males and 3,013 females, living in 966 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.39%, with male literacy at 79.96% and female literacy at 53.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,480, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 6,308 | 3,295 | 3,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,135 | 591 | 544 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,480 | 803 | 677 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 3,486 | 2,162 | 1,324 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,822 | 1,133 | 1,689 |
Nearby Villages of Osain
Osain 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 Osain
Osain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Osain.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Behea to Osain is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Osain is about 25 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 Osain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Osain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osain 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Osain
Where is Osain located?
Osain village is located in Behea Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Osain?
The Gram Panchayat of Osain is Osai.
What is the pincode of Osain?
The pincode of Osain is 802183.
What is the population of Osain?
Osain had a total population of 6,308, including 3,295 males and 3,013 females.
How many households are there in Osain?
Osain had 966 households.
What is the literacy rate in Osain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osain was 67.39%. Male literacy was 79.96% and female literacy was 53.62%.