Osara - Bhanpura, Mandsaur
Osara is a village situated in the Bhanpura tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpura and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Osara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osara is 469109. The village covers a total geographical area of 1169.18 hectares and falls under the 458778 pincode. Bhanpura is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Osara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Osara
As per Census 2011, Osara village has a total population of 2,186 people, consisting of 1,117 males and 1,069 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,193 literate and 993 illiterate residents. Additionally, 555 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Osara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,186 | 1,117 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 164 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 555 | 261 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,193 | 787 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 993 | 330 | 663 |
Nearby Villages of Osara
Osara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khejriya Khal | South | 2.62 km |
| Ledi Khurd | West | 3.07 km |
| Karanpura | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Sandhara | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Dhuwadkhedi | South | 3.63 km |
| Shri Chhatrapur | East | 3.72 km |
| Amliya Kheri | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Dharnawad | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Budhanpur | South | 4.11 km |
| Kalakot | North | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Osara
Osara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhalawar Road, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanpura to Osara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Osara is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Osara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Osara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Osara
Where is Osara located?
Osara village is located in Bhanpura Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Osara?
Osara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Osara?
The pincode of Osara is 458778.
What is the population of Osara?
Osara has a total population of 2,186, including 1,117 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Osara?
There are 435 households in Osara.
What is the literacy rate in Osara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osara is 54.57%. Male literacy is 70.46% and female literacy is 37.98%.