Oach - Solan
Oach is a village situated in the Solan tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Oachhghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oach village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oach is 022205. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.45 hectares and falls under the 173223 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Oach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oach
According to the 2011 Census, Oach village had a total population of 344 people, including 209 males and 135 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 646 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.95%, with male literacy at 91.62% and female literacy at 95.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 344 | 209 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 175 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 34 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Oach
Oach 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 Oach
Oach is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Oach.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Oach is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oach 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 Oach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oach 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 Oach
Where is Oach located?
Oach village is located in Solan Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Oach?
The Gram Panchayat of Oach is Oachhghat.
What is the pincode of Oach?
The pincode of Oach is 173223.
What is the population of Oach?
Oach had a total population of 344, including 209 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Oach?
Oach had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oach was 92.95%. Male literacy was 91.62% and female literacy was 95.04%.