Ojhar - Songadh, Tapi
Ojhar is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Medha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ojhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ojhar is 524661. The village covers a total geographical area of 642.21 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ojhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ojhar
According to the 2011 Census, Ojhar village had a total population of 456 people, including 227 males and 229 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.71%, with male literacy at 67.46% and female literacy at 44.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 456.
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 | 456 | 227 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 456 | 227 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 141 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 86 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Ojhar
Ojhar 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 Ojhar
Ojhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Songadh to Ojhar is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Ojhar is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ojhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ojhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ojhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ojhar 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 Ojhar
Where is Ojhar located?
Ojhar village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ojhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ojhar is Medha.
What is the pincode of Ojhar?
The pincode of Ojhar is 394670.
What is the population of Ojhar?
Ojhar had a total population of 456, including 227 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Ojhar?
Ojhar had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ojhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ojhar was 55.71%. Male literacy was 67.46% and female literacy was 44.08%.