Ojharkhede - Bhusawal, Jalgaon
Ojharkhede is a village situated in the Bhusawal tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhusawal and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Vazarkhede serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ojharkhede village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ojharkhede is 527138. The village covers a total geographical area of 833.59 hectares and falls under the 425305 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ojharkhede village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhusawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ojharkhede
As per Census 2011, Ojharkhede village has a total population of 2,418 people, consisting of 1,224 males and 1,194 females. The village has 544 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,800 literate and 618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ojharkhede are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,418 | 1,224 | 1,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 137 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 113 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,800 | 990 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 234 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Ojharkhede
Ojharkhede 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belkhede | South | 1.32 km |
| Bohardi Bk | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Junone | South | 3.60 km |
| Talwel | West | 3.65 km |
| Kahurkhede | North | 4.28 km |
| Achegaon | West | 5.13 km |
| Malegaon | South-East | 5.41 km |
| Pachadevali | South-West | 5.47 km |
| Daryapur | North-West | 5.70 km |
| Hartale | East | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ojharkhede
Ojharkhede is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Achegaon, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhusaval to Ojharkhede is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Ojharkhede is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ojharkhede
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ojharkhede 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 Ojharkhede
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ojharkhede village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ojharkhede
Where is Ojharkhede located?
Ojharkhede village is located in Bhusawal Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ojharkhede?
The Gram Panchayat of Ojharkhede is Vazarkhede.
What is the pincode of Ojharkhede?
The pincode of Ojharkhede is 425305.
What is the population of Ojharkhede?
Ojharkhede has a total population of 2,418, including 1,224 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Ojharkhede?
There are 544 households in Ojharkhede.
What is the literacy rate in Ojharkhede?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ojharkhede is 74.44%. Male literacy is 80.88% and female literacy is 67.84%.