Ojhara - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Ojhara is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ozra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ojhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ojhara is 477213. The village covers a total geographical area of 715.19 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ojhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ojhara
As per Census 2011, Ojhara village has a total population of 2,430 people, consisting of 1,199 males and 1,231 females. The village has 449 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,246 literate and 1,184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ojhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,430 | 1,199 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 198 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 129 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,246 | 747 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,184 | 452 | 732 |
Nearby Villages of Ojhara
Ojhara 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 Ojhara
Ojhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Ojhara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Ojhara is about 28 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 Ojhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ojhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ojhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ojhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ojhara
Where is Ojhara located?
Ojhara village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ojhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ojhara is Ozra.
What is the pincode of Ojhara?
The pincode of Ojhara is 451228.
What is the population of Ojhara?
Ojhara has a total population of 2,430, including 1,199 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Ojhara?
There are 449 households in Ojhara.
What is the literacy rate in Ojhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ojhara is 51.28%. Male literacy is 62.30% and female literacy is 40.54%.