Oad
Oad is a village located in Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sonkatch (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Dewas. As per 2009 stats, Oad village is also a gram panchayat.
Oad has its own place in the vibrant Dewas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Oad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Oad is 473458. The village spans a total geographical area of 541.26 hectares. Sonkatch is nearest town to Oad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Oad
Population of Oad
Below is a concise population overview of Oad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,356 | 697 | 659 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 120 | 87 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 827 | 426 | 401 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 784 | 479 | 305 |
Illiterate Population | 572 | 218 | 354 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Oad village:
- The total population of Oad village is around 1,356, including approximately 697 males and 659 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 207 children aged 0–6 years in Oad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Oad village has 827 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Oad village is about 57.82%, with male literacy at 68.72% and female literacy at 46.28%.
- There are around 239 households in Oad village.
Connectivity of Oad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Oad. As per the 2011 stats, Oad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Oad
Knowing the nearby villages of Oad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Oad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Oad
- Where is Oad located?
- Oad village is situated in Sonkatch Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Oad?
- Oad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Oad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Oad is 1,356, with 697 males and 659 females.
- How many households are there in Oad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Oad village has a total of 239 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Oad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Oad is 57.82%. The male literacy rate is 68.72%, while the female literacy rate is 46.28%.