Omwara - Majalta, Udhampur
Omwara is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Sundla serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Omwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Omwara is 005126. The village covers a total geographical area of 1147.3 hectares and falls under the 184210 pincode. Majalta is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Omwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Omwara
According to the 2011 Census, Omwara village had a total population of 706 people, including 382 males and 324 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.19%, with male literacy at 65.40% and female literacy at 45.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 386.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 706 | 382 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 206 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 206 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 176 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Omwara
Omwara 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 Omwara
Omwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Majalta to Omwara is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Omwara is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Omwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Omwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Omwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Omwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Omwara
Where is Omwara located?
Omwara village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Omwara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Omwara is Sundla.
What is the pincode of Omwara?
The pincode of Omwara is 184210.
What is the population of Omwara?
Omwara had a total population of 706, including 382 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Omwara?
Omwara had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Omwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Omwara was 56.19%. Male literacy was 65.40% and female literacy was 45.32%.