Ozarte - Shahade, Nandurbar
Ozarte is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Ozarte village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ozarte is 525519. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.19 hectares and falls under the 425444 pincode. Khetiya (m.p.) is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ozarte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ozarte
As per Census 2011, Ozarte village has a total population of 780 people, consisting of 390 males and 390 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 575 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ozarte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 780 | 390 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 575 | 291 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 197 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 193 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Ozarte
Ozarte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jam | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Bhortek | West | 1.39 km |
| Ukhalshem | North | 1.43 km |
| Chikhali Kh. | South | 1.53 km |
| Wagharde | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Titari | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Shrikhed | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Javade.ta.ha | East | 2.73 km |
| Nisarpur | North | 2.84 km |
| Damalde | South-West | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ozarte
Ozarte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khetiya (m.p.) to Ozarte is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Ozarte is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ozarte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ozarte 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ozarte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ozarte 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 Ozarte
Where is Ozarte located?
Ozarte village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ozarte?
Ozarte is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ozarte?
The pincode of Ozarte is 425444.
What is the population of Ozarte?
Ozarte has a total population of 780, including 390 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Ozarte?
There are 145 households in Ozarte.
What is the literacy rate in Ozarte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ozarte is 39.23%. Male literacy is 50.51% and female literacy is 27.95%.