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
As per Census 2011, Onara village has a total population of 622 people, consisting of 318 males and 304 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 444 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Onara are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 622, including 318 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Onara?
There are 95 households in Onara.
What is the literacy rate in Onara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Onara is 36.17%. Male literacy is 45.91% and female literacy is 25.99%.