Obari Village - Ranikhet, Almora
Obari is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Papda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Obari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Obari is 052342. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.43 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Obari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Obari
As per Census 2011, Obari village has a total population of 33 people, consisting of 14 males and 19 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,357 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 25 literate and 8 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Obari are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Obari
Obari 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 Obari
Public transport in the Obari is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Obari is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Obari is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Obari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Obari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Obari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Obari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Obari
Where is Obari located?
Obari village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Obari?
The Gram Panchayat of Obari is Papda.
What is the pincode of Obari?
The pincode of Obari is 263645.
What is the population of Obari?
Obari has a total population of 33, including 14 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Obari?
There are 10 households in Obari.
What is the literacy rate in Obari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Obari is 75.76%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 68.42%.