Ozar - Kaprada, Valsad
Ozar is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Ozar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ozar is 523544. The village covers a total geographical area of 844.95 hectares and falls under the 396191 pincode. Vapi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ozar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ozar
According to the 2011 Census, Ozar village had a total population of 2,896 people, including 1,454 males and 1,442 females, living in 528 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.30%, with male literacy at 78.62% and female literacy at 57.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,687.
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 | 2,896 | 1,454 | 1,442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 168 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,687 | 1,344 | 1,343 |
| Literate Population | 1,747 | 1,011 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,149 | 443 | 706 |
Nearby Villages of Ozar
Ozar 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 Ozar
Public transport in the Ozar 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 Vapi to Ozar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Ozar 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 Ozar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ozar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ozar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ozar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ozar
Where is Ozar located?
Ozar village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ozar?
Ozar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ozar?
The pincode of Ozar is 396191.
What is the population of Ozar?
Ozar had a total population of 2,896, including 1,454 males and 1,442 females.
How many households are there in Ozar?
Ozar had 528 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ozar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ozar was 68.30%. Male literacy was 78.62% and female literacy was 57.86%.