Okhar
About Okhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Okhar village is 438888. Okhar village is located in Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Masturi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Okhar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 987.25 hectares. Okhar has a total population of 3,292 peoples, out of which male population is 1,576 while female population is 1,716. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1088 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of okhar village is 47.90% out of which 61.29% males and 35.61% females are literate. There are about 827 houses in okhar village. Pincode of okhar village locality is 495551.
When it comes to administration, Okhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Okhar village comes under Masturi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency. Bilaspur is nearest town to okhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Okhar
The population details of Okhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,292 | 1,576 | 1,716 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 517 | 234 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 175 | 90 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,577 | 966 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,715 | 610 | 1,105 |
Connectivity of Okhar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Okhar
Where is Okhar located?
Okhar village is situated in Masturi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Okhar?
Okhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Okhar?
The pincode of Okhar is 495551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Okhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Okhar is 3,292, with 1,576 males and 1,716 females.
How many households are there in Okhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Okhar village has a total of 827 households.
What is the literacy rate in Okhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Okhar is 47.90%. The male literacy rate is 61.29%, while the female literacy rate is 35.61%.