Ozare Bk. - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Ozare Bk. is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 92 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Ozare Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ozare Bk. is 565844. The village covers a total geographical area of 2392 hectares and falls under the 415801 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Ozare Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ozare Bk.
As per Census 2011, Ozare Bk. village has a total population of 754 people, consisting of 326 males and 428 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 1,312 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 491 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ozare Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 754 | 326 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 251 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 75 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Ozare Bk.
Ozare Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadi Kolvan | North | 3.56 km |
| Talavade | South | 3.62 km |
| Amba | South | 4.01 km |
| Ninave | West | 4.27 km |
| Kerle | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Golivane | East | 5.36 km |
| Karandewadi | North | 5.42 km |
| Murshi | South-West | 5.81 km |
| Chalanwadi | South-West | 5.96 km |
| Paraleninai | East | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ozare Bk.
Ozare Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.7 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 Ratnagiri to Ozare Bk. is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ozare Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ozare Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ozare Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ozare Bk. 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 Ozare Bk.
Where is Ozare Bk. located?
Ozare Bk. village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ozare Bk.?
Ozare Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ozare Bk.?
The pincode of Ozare Bk. is 415801.
What is the population of Ozare Bk.?
Ozare Bk. has a total population of 754, including 326 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Ozare Bk.?
There are 237 households in Ozare Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Ozare Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ozare Bk. is 65.12%. Male literacy is 76.99% and female literacy is 56.07%.