Obra - Baroh, Kangra
Obra is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Balugaloa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Obra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Obra is 010080. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.17 hectares and falls under the 176029 pincode. Jwalamukhi 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 Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Obra
As per Census 2011, Obra village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 133 males and 137 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Obra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 133 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 114 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 19 | 33 |
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
Public transport in the Obra 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 Dharmsala to Obra 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 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Obra
Where is Obra located?
Obra village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Obra?
The Gram Panchayat of Obra is Balugaloa.
What is the pincode of Obra?
The pincode of Obra is 176029.
What is the population of Obra?
Obra has a total population of 270, including 133 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Obra?
There are 61 households in Obra.
What is the literacy rate in Obra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Obra is 80.74%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 75.91%.