Obra - Bahal St, Bhiwani
Obra is a village situated in the Bahal St tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 32 km from Loharu and around 43 km from Bhiwani. Obra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Obra is 061323. The village covers a total geographical area of 804 hectares and falls under the 127028 pincode. Loharu is the nearest town.
Obra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loharu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Obra
According to the 2011 Census, Obra village had a total population of 2,161 people, including 1,125 males and 1,036 females, living in 398 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.25%, with male literacy at 90.17% and female literacy at 61.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 388.
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 | 2,161 | 1,125 | 1,036 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 169 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 199 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,422 | 862 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 263 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Obra
Obra 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 Obra
Obra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhiwani to Obra is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Obra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Obra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Obra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Obra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Obra
Where is Obra located?
Obra village is located in Bahal St Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Obra?
Obra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Obra?
The pincode of Obra is 127028.
What is the population of Obra?
Obra had a total population of 2,161, including 1,125 males and 1,036 females.
How many households are there in Obra?
Obra had 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Obra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Obra was 76.25%. Male literacy was 90.17% and female literacy was 61.61%.