Osar - Badnawar, Dhar
Osar is a village situated in the Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnawar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Mousar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Osar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osar is 474491. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.38 hectares and falls under the 454665 pincode. Badnawar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Osar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Osar
According to the 2011 Census, Osar village had a total population of 427 people, including 219 males and 208 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.93%, with male literacy at 87.57% and female literacy at 62.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 286.
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 | 427 | 219 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 145 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 162 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 57 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Osar
Osar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mausar | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Makka Khedi | North | 2.03 km |
| Bhoinda | East | 2.60 km |
| Bidwal | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Badwai | South | 3.38 km |
| Kesarpura | North | 3.43 km |
| Dattigara | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Kumedi | West | 3.94 km |
| Khandigara | East | 4.06 km |
| Kod | North-West | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Osar
Osar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Runija, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badnawar to Osar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Osar is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Osar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Osar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Osar
Where is Osar located?
Osar village is located in Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Osar?
The Gram Panchayat of Osar is Mousar.
What is the pincode of Osar?
The pincode of Osar is 454665.
What is the population of Osar?
Osar had a total population of 427, including 219 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Osar?
Osar had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Osar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osar was 74.93%. Male literacy was 87.57% and female literacy was 62.63%.