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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Osain
As per Census 2011, Osain village has a total population of 6,308 people, consisting of 3,295 males and 3,013 females. The village has 966 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,486 literate and 2,822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,480 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Osain are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 6,308, including 3,295 males and 3,013 females.
How many households are there in Osain?
There are 966 households in Osain.
What is the literacy rate in Osain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osain is 55.26%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 43.94%.