Obar

Obar is a village located in Angara subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Angara (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Nawagarh is the gram panchayat of Obar village.

Here you can discover what makes Obar unique in its vibrant Angara-Ranchi region. You’ll see Obar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Obar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Obar is 373729. The village spans a total geographical area of 640.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835102. Ranchi is nearest town to Obar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Obar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khijri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Obar

According to the 2011 Census, Obar has a total population of about 1,443, with approximately 695 males and 748 females. The sex ratio is around 1076 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 257 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,420. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.68%, with male literacy at about 54.96% and female literacy near 40.91%. There are around 269 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Obar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,443 695 748
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 257 116 141
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,420 683 737
Literate Population 688 382 306
Illiterate Population 755 313 442

Connectivity of Obar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Obar. As per the 2011 stats, Obar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Obar

Knowing the nearby villages of Obar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Obar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Obar

Where is Obar located?
Obar village is situated in Angara Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Obar?
The Gram Panchayat of Obar is Nawagarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Obar?
The pincode of Obar is 835102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Obar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Obar is 1,443, with 695 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Obar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Obar village has a total of 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Obar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Obar is 47.68%. The male literacy rate is 54.96%, while the female literacy rate is 40.91%.