Osa Ghed - Mangrol, Junagadh
Osa Ghed is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Osa Ghed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osa Ghed is 514777. The village covers a total geographical area of 1589.94 hectares and falls under the 362245 pincode. Bantwa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Osa Ghed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Osa Ghed
As per Census 2011, Osa Ghed village has a total population of 2,156 people, consisting of 1,117 males and 1,039 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,242 literate and 914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Osa Ghed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,156 | 1,117 | 1,039 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 135 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,242 | 731 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 386 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Osa Ghed
Osa Ghed 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 Osa Ghed
Public transport in the Osa Ghed is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bantwa to Osa Ghed is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Osa Ghed is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Osa Ghed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osa Ghed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Osa Ghed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osa Ghed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Osa Ghed
Where is Osa Ghed located?
Osa Ghed village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Osa Ghed?
Osa Ghed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Osa Ghed?
The pincode of Osa Ghed is 362245.
What is the population of Osa Ghed?
Osa Ghed has a total population of 2,156, including 1,117 males and 1,039 females.
How many households are there in Osa Ghed?
There are 426 households in Osa Ghed.
What is the literacy rate in Osa Ghed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osa Ghed is 57.61%. Male literacy is 65.44% and female literacy is 49.18%.