Osia - Safipur, Unnao
Osia is a village situated in the Safipur tehsil of Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Safipur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Unnao. Osia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osia is 141508. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.83 hectares and falls under the 209871 pincode. Unnao is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Osia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Safipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Unnao Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Osia
As per Census 2011, Osia village has a total population of 4,624 people, consisting of 2,460 males and 2,164 females. The village has 918 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 736 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,063 literate and 2,561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,708 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Osia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,624 | 2,460 | 2,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 736 | 359 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,708 | 893 | 815 |
| Literate Population | 2,063 | 1,324 | 739 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,561 | 1,136 | 1,425 |
Nearby Villages of Osia
Osia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atwa Mohal Osia | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Dakauli | West | 1.59 km |
| Gurdhari | North | 1.82 km |
| Dayal Garhi | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Habeeb Nagar | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Raheema Bad | East | 2.13 km |
| Ajgawan | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Pikhi | South | 2.17 km |
| Khijrabad | South | 2.30 km |
| Mawae Lal | South-East | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Osia
Osia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Safipur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Unnao to Osia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Unnao to Osia is about 33 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 Osia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Osia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Osia
Where is Osia located?
Osia village is located in Safipur Tehsil, Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Osia?
Osia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Osia?
The pincode of Osia is 209871.
What is the population of Osia?
Osia has a total population of 4,624, including 2,460 males and 2,164 females.
How many households are there in Osia?
There are 918 households in Osia.
What is the literacy rate in Osia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osia is 44.62%. Male literacy is 53.82% and female literacy is 34.15%.