Osav - Sunel, Jhalawar
Osav is a village situated in the Sunel tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 19 km from Pirawa and around 36 km from Jhalawar. Osav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osav is 105082. The village covers a total geographical area of 1019.17 hectares and falls under the 326513 pincode. Pirawa is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Osav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhalrapatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Osav
As per Census 2011, Osav village has a total population of 2,529 people, consisting of 1,310 males and 1,219 females. The village has 536 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,376 literate and 1,153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 980 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Osav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,529 | 1,310 | 1,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 184 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 980 | 522 | 458 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 25 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,376 | 850 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,153 | 460 | 693 |
Nearby Villages of Osav
Osav 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharmachya Kheri | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Borband | East | 2.90 km |
| Tiktikiya | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Khatkar | South | 3.09 km |
| Karma Kheri | West | 3.77 km |
| Mageespur | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Karadiya Osav | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Bor Kheri | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Rooparel | East | 4.17 km |
| Motmindganj | South | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Osav
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Osav. The nearest railway station is Bhawani Mandi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pirawa to Osav is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Osav is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Osav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Osav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osav 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Osav
Where is Osav located?
Osav village is located in Sunel Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Osav?
Osav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Osav?
The pincode of Osav is 326513.
What is the population of Osav?
Osav has a total population of 2,529, including 1,310 males and 1,219 females.
How many households are there in Osav?
There are 536 households in Osav.
What is the literacy rate in Osav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osav is 54.41%. Male literacy is 64.89% and female literacy is 43.15%.