Ojhagoan Malla - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Ojhagoan Malla is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Ojha Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ojhagoan Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ojhagoan Malla is 049459. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.51 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ojhagoan Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ojhagoan Malla
As per Census 2011, Ojhagoan Malla village has a total population of 281 people, consisting of 142 males and 139 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ojhagoan Malla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 142 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 66 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Ojhagoan Malla
Ojhagoan Malla 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 Ojhagoan Malla
Ojhagoan Malla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Didihat to Ojhagoan Malla is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ojhagoan Malla is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ojhagoan Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ojhagoan Malla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ojhagoan Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ojhagoan Malla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ojhagoan Malla
Where is Ojhagoan Malla located?
Ojhagoan Malla village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ojhagoan Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Ojhagoan Malla is Ojha Malla.
What is the pincode of Ojhagoan Malla?
The pincode of Ojhagoan Malla is 262543.
What is the population of Ojhagoan Malla?
Ojhagoan Malla has a total population of 281, including 142 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Ojhagoan Malla?
There are 65 households in Ojhagoan Malla.
What is the literacy rate in Ojhagoan Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ojhagoan Malla is 88.97%. Male literacy is 90.14% and female literacy is 87.77%.