Ozar - Jawhar, Palghar
Ozar is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Jawhar and around 138 km from Thane. Ozar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ozar is 551855. The village covers a total geographical area of 964 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ozar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ozar
According to the 2011 Census, Ozar village had a total population of 2,171 people, including 1,109 males and 1,062 females, living in 421 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.55%, with male literacy at 65.44% and female literacy at 47.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,169.
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 | 2,171 | 1,109 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 186 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,169 | 1,108 | 1,061 |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 604 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,157 | 505 | 652 |
Nearby Villages of Ozar
Ozar 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 Ozar
Public transport in the Ozar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jawhar to Ozar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ozar is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ozar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ozar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ozar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ozar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ozar
Where is Ozar located?
Ozar village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ozar?
Ozar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ozar?
The pincode of Ozar is 401603.
What is the population of Ozar?
Ozar had a total population of 2,171, including 1,109 males and 1,062 females.
How many households are there in Ozar?
Ozar had 421 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ozar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ozar was 56.55%. Male literacy was 65.44% and female literacy was 47.13%.