Ogjibalan - Shangus, Anantnag
Ogjibalan is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Uggiballan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ogjibalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ogjibalan is 003763. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.3 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Ogjibalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ogjibalan
According to the 2011 Census, Ogjibalan village had a total population of 793 people, including 412 males and 381 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.91%, with male literacy at 83.00% and female literacy at 62.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 793 | 412 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 293 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 119 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Ogjibalan
Ogjibalan 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 Ogjibalan
Ogjibalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ogjibalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shangus to Ogjibalan is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Ogjibalan is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ogjibalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ogjibalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ogjibalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ogjibalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ogjibalan
Where is Ogjibalan located?
Ogjibalan village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ogjibalan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ogjibalan is Uggiballan.
What is the pincode of Ogjibalan?
The pincode of Ogjibalan is 192201.
What is the population of Ogjibalan?
Ogjibalan had a total population of 793, including 412 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Ogjibalan?
Ogjibalan had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ogjibalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ogjibalan was 72.91%. Male literacy was 83.00% and female literacy was 62.12%.