Owe - Panvel, Raigad
Owe is a village situated in the Panvel tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Panvel and around 79 km from Alibag.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Owe is 553365. The village covers a total geographical area of 1367.9 hectares and falls under the 410210 pincode. Panvel is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Owe is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Panvel Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maval Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Owe
As per Census 2011, Owe village has a total population of 9,746 people, consisting of 5,371 males and 4,375 females. The village has 1,909 households and a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,679 literate and 3,067 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 779 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Owe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,746 | 5,371 | 4,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,446 | 740 | 706 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 172 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 779 | 421 | 358 |
| Literate Population | 6,679 | 3,959 | 2,720 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,067 | 1,412 | 1,655 |
Nearby Villages of Owe
Owe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bid | North | 1.80 km |
| Rohinjan | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Pisarve | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Dhansar | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Turbhe | North-East | 5.29 km |
| Ghot | East | 5.73 km |
| Karavale Bk. | North-East | 6.00 km |
| Vaghivali | South | 6.87 km |
| Burdul | North-East | 7.37 km |
| Valap | East | 7.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Owe
The nearest railway station is Taloja Panchand, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Panvel to Owe is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Owe is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Owe
Where is Owe located?
Owe village is located in Panvel Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the pincode of Owe?
The pincode of Owe is 410210.
What is the population of Owe?
Owe has a total population of 9,746, including 5,371 males and 4,375 females.
How many households are there in Owe?
There are 1,909 households in Owe.
What is the literacy rate in Owe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Owe is 68.53%. Male literacy is 73.71% and female literacy is 62.17%.