Ojhabarawan - Chaugain, Buxar
Ojhabarawan is a village situated in the Chaugain subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaugain and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Masahariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ojhabarawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ojhabarawan is 248076. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.4 hectares and falls under the 802115 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ojhabarawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ojhabarawan
As per Census 2011, Ojhabarawan village has a total population of 3,821 people, consisting of 1,977 males and 1,844 females. The village has 581 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 638 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,148 literate and 1,673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 749 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ojhabarawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,821 | 1,977 | 1,844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 638 | 331 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 749 | 386 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,148 | 1,268 | 880 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,673 | 709 | 964 |
Nearby Villages of Ojhabarawan
Ojhabarawan 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 Ojhabarawan
Ojhabarawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ojhabarawan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Ojhabarawan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Ojhabarawan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ojhabarawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ojhabarawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ojhabarawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ojhabarawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ojhabarawan
Where is Ojhabarawan located?
Ojhabarawan village is located in Chaugain Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ojhabarawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ojhabarawan is Masahariya.
What is the pincode of Ojhabarawan?
The pincode of Ojhabarawan is 802115.
What is the population of Ojhabarawan?
Ojhabarawan has a total population of 3,821, including 1,977 males and 1,844 females.
How many households are there in Ojhabarawan?
There are 581 households in Ojhabarawan.
What is the literacy rate in Ojhabarawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ojhabarawan is 56.22%. Male literacy is 64.14% and female literacy is 47.72%.