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.
Owara has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Owara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Owara village:
- The total population of Owara village is around 1,818, including approximately 894 males and 924 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 205 children aged 0–6 years in Owara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Owara village has 141 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 911 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Owara village is about 77.67%, with male literacy at 83.22% and female literacy at 72.29%.
- There are around 407 households in Owara village.
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%.