Owara
Owara is a village located in Deori tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Deori (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Owara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Owara unique in its vibrant Deori-Gondiya region. You’ll see Owara’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 Owara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Owara is 538338. The village spans a total geographical area of 1598.52 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Owara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Owara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Owara
Population of Owara
According to the 2011 Census, Owara has a total population of about 1,818, with approximately 894 males and 924 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 205 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 141 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 911. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.67%, with male literacy at about 83.22% and female literacy near 72.29%. There are around 407 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Owara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,818 | 894 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 119 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 911 | 454 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 1,412 | 744 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 150 | 256 |
Connectivity of Owara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Owara. As per the 2011 stats, Owara 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Owara
Knowing the nearby villages of Owara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Owara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Owara
- Where is Owara located?
- Owara village is situated in Deori Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Owara?
- Owara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Owara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Owara is 1,818, with 894 males and 924 females.
- How many households are there in Owara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Owara village has a total of 407 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Owara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Owara is 77.67%. The male literacy rate is 83.22%, while the female literacy rate is 72.29%.