Onara - Gadraroad, Barmer
Onara is a village situated in the Gadraroad tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 90 km from Sheo and around 90 km from Barmer. Bandasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Onara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Onara is 086703. The village covers a total geographical area of 3225.27 hectares and falls under the 344501 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Onara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Onara
According to the 2011 Census, Onara village had a total population of 622 people, including 318 males and 304 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.45%, with male literacy at 63.48% and female literacy at 36.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 444.
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 | 622 | 318 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 88 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 225 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 146 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 172 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Onara
Onara 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 Onara
Public transport in the Onara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Onara is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Onara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Onara 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 Onara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Onara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Onara
Where is Onara located?
Onara village is located in Gadraroad Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Onara?
The Gram Panchayat of Onara is Bandasar.
What is the pincode of Onara?
The pincode of Onara is 344501.
What is the population of Onara?
Onara had a total population of 622, including 318 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Onara?
Onara had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Onara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Onara was 50.45%. Male literacy was 63.48% and female literacy was 36.57%.