Owk
Owk is a village located in Owk mandal of Kurnool district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Owk. Owk is the sub-district headquarter of Owk village. As per 2009 stats, Owk village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Owk unique in its vibrant Owk-Kurnool region. You’ll see Owk’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Owk
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Owk is 594484. The village spans a total geographical area of 3166 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 518124. Nandyal is nearest town to Owk village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
Google Map of Owk
Population of Owk
According to the 2011 Census, Owk has a total population of about 11,760, with approximately 5,764 males and 5,996 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,308 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,479 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 271. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.96%, with male literacy at about 66.78% and female literacy near 49.48%. There are around 2,871 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Owk's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,760 | 5,764 | 5,996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,308 | 656 | 652 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,479 | 708 | 771 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 122 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 6,816 | 3,849 | 2,967 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,944 | 1,915 | 3,029 |
Connectivity of Owk
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Owk. As per the 2011 stats, Owk had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Owk
Knowing the nearby villages of Owk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Owk.
Frequently Asked Questions about Owk
- Where is Owk located?
- Owk village is situated in Owk Mandal, within the Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Owk?
- Owk serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Owk?
- The pincode of Owk is 518124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Owk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Owk is 11,760, with 5,764 males and 5,996 females.
- How many households are there in Owk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Owk village has a total of 2,871 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Owk as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Owk is 57.96%. The male literacy rate is 66.78%, while the female literacy rate is 49.48%.