Oura - Bharmour, Chamba
Oura is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 51 km from Chamba. Aura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oura is 008170. The village covers a total geographical area of 949 hectares and falls under the 176324 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Oura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oura
According to the 2011 Census, Oura village had a total population of 598 people, including 300 males and 298 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.61%, with male literacy at 91.73% and female literacy at 71.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 581.
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 | 598 | 300 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 581 | 292 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 244 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 56 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Oura
Oura 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 Oura
Oura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chamba to Oura is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oura 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 Oura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oura 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 Oura
Where is Oura located?
Oura village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Oura?
The Gram Panchayat of Oura is Aura.
What is the pincode of Oura?
The pincode of Oura is 176324.
What is the population of Oura?
Oura had a total population of 598, including 300 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Oura?
Oura had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oura was 81.61%. Male literacy was 91.73% and female literacy was 71.54%.