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.
Here you can discover what makes Oad unique in its vibrant Sonkatch-Dewas region. You’ll see Oad’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Oad has a total population of about 1,356, with approximately 697 males and 659 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 207 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 827 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.82%, with male literacy at about 68.72% and female literacy near 46.28%. There are around 239 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Oad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.