Osah - Maharajganj, Rae Bareli
Osah is a village situated in the Maharajganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maharajganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Osah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osah is 143911. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.04 hectares and falls under the 229103 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Osah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Osah
As per Census 2011, Osah village has a total population of 3,341 people, consisting of 1,748 males and 1,593 females. The village has 619 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,938 literate and 1,403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,078 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Osah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,341 | 1,748 | 1,593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 270 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,078 | 577 | 501 |
| Literate Population | 1,938 | 1,205 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,403 | 543 | 860 |
Nearby Villages of Osah
Osah 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhawaniyapur | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Para Khurd | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Rampur Tikara | East | 1.98 km |
| Govindpur | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Tauli | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Para Kalan | South | 2.46 km |
| Narayanpur | North | 2.63 km |
| Uchauri | West | 3.34 km |
| Ramgaon | South | 3.34 km |
| Jamurwa | South-East | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Osah
Osah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuneanganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rae Bareli to Osah is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Osah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Osah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osah 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 Osah
Where is Osah located?
Osah village is located in Maharajganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Osah?
Osah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Osah?
The pincode of Osah is 229103.
What is the population of Osah?
Osah has a total population of 3,341, including 1,748 males and 1,593 females.
How many households are there in Osah?
There are 619 households in Osah.
What is the literacy rate in Osah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osah is 58.01%. Male literacy is 68.94% and female literacy is 46.01%.