Ozarda - Kaprada, Valsad
Ozarda is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Ozarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ozarda is 523525. The village covers a total geographical area of 1207.67 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ozarda 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 Ozarda
As per Census 2011, Ozarda village has a total population of 3,656 people, consisting of 1,828 males and 1,828 females. The village has 639 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 758 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,166 literate and 2,490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,648 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ozarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,656 | 1,828 | 1,828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 758 | 399 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,648 | 1,825 | 1,823 |
| Literate Population | 1,166 | 717 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,490 | 1,111 | 1,379 |
Nearby Villages of Ozarda
Ozarda 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 Ozarda
Ozarda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Ozarda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Ozarda 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 Ozarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ozarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ozarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ozarda 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 Ozarda
Where is Ozarda located?
Ozarda village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ozarda?
Ozarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ozarda?
The pincode of Ozarda is 396067.
What is the population of Ozarda?
Ozarda has a total population of 3,656, including 1,828 males and 1,828 females.
How many households are there in Ozarda?
There are 639 households in Ozarda.
What is the literacy rate in Ozarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ozarda is 31.89%. Male literacy is 39.22% and female literacy is 24.56%.