Mouje Owali - Chiplun, Ratnagiri
Mouje Owali is a village situated in the Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiplun and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Ovali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mouje Owali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mouje Owali is 565249. The village covers a total geographical area of 1737 hectares and falls under the 415604 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Mouje Owali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mouje Owali
As per Census 2011, Mouje Owali village has a total population of 964 people, consisting of 468 males and 496 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 631 literate and 333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mouje Owali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 964 | 468 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 344 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 124 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Mouje Owali
Mouje Owali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshpur | North | 1.63 km |
| Radhanagar | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Swayamdev | North | 3.79 km |
| Dadar | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Kolkewadi | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Shirshinge | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Kalkavane | West | 4.62 km |
| Nandivase | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Dicholi | East | 5.23 km |
| Kadwad | North-West | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mouje Owali
Mouje Owali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chiplun, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Mouje Owali is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Mouje Owali is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mouje Owali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mouje Owali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mouje Owali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mouje Owali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mouje Owali
Where is Mouje Owali located?
Mouje Owali village is located in Chiplun Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mouje Owali?
The Gram Panchayat of Mouje Owali is Ovali.
What is the pincode of Mouje Owali?
The pincode of Mouje Owali is 415604.
What is the population of Mouje Owali?
Mouje Owali has a total population of 964, including 468 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Mouje Owali?
There are 235 households in Mouje Owali.
What is the literacy rate in Mouje Owali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mouje Owali is 65.46%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 57.86%.