Omi - Naxalbari, Darjeeling
Omi is a village situated in the Naxalbari subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.3 km from Naxalbari. Hatighisa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Omi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Omi is 306620. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.34 hectares and falls under the 734429 pincode.
Omi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darjeeling Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Omi
As per Census 2011, Omi village has a total population of 1,410 people, consisting of 706 males and 704 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 756 literate and 654 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 876 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Omi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,410 | 706 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 96 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 876 | 449 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 420 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 286 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Omi
Omi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tepuchamaru | East | 0.86 km |
| Gaziram | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Nandalal | South | 1.45 km |
| Bhelu | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Deoanbhitar Chhat | West | 2.05 km |
| Birsing | West | 2.29 km |
| Mahasing | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Deomani | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Dalkajhar Forest | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Huchaimallik | West | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Omi
Omi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hatighisa, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.6 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 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Omi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Omi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Omi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Omi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Omi
Where is Omi located?
Omi village is located in Naxalbari Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Omi?
The Gram Panchayat of Omi is Hatighisa.
What is the pincode of Omi?
The pincode of Omi is 734429.
What is the population of Omi?
Omi has a total population of 1,410, including 706 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Omi?
There are 299 households in Omi.
What is the literacy rate in Omi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Omi is 53.62%. Male literacy is 59.49% and female literacy is 47.73%.