Ojhaulia - Sahar, Bhojpur
Ojhaulia is a village situated in the Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahar and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Andhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ojhaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ojhaulia is 247783. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 802222 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Ojhaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ojhaulia
According to the 2011 Census, Ojhaulia village had a total population of 1,030 people, including 516 males and 514 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.29%, with male literacy at 86.25% and female literacy at 61.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252.
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 | 1,030 | 516 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 116 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 128 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 345 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 171 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Ojhaulia
Ojhaulia 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 Ojhaulia
Ojhaulia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Arwal to Ojhaulia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Ojhaulia is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ojhaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ojhaulia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ojhaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ojhaulia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ojhaulia
Where is Ojhaulia located?
Ojhaulia village is located in Sahar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ojhaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Ojhaulia is Andhari.
What is the pincode of Ojhaulia?
The pincode of Ojhaulia is 802222.
What is the population of Ojhaulia?
Ojhaulia had a total population of 1,030, including 516 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Ojhaulia?
Ojhaulia had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ojhaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ojhaulia was 73.29%. Male literacy was 86.25% and female literacy was 61.25%.