Ovaliye - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Ovaliye is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Owaliye serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ovaliye village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ovaliye is 566858. The village covers a total geographical area of 940.94 hectares and falls under the 416550 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ovaliye village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ovaliye
As per Census 2011, Ovaliye village has a total population of 621 people, consisting of 284 males and 337 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 1,186 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 474 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ovaliye are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 284 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 244 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 40 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Ovaliye
Ovaliye 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devsu | South | 2.36 km |
| Kalambist | North | 3.05 km |
| Danoli | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Sangeli | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Parpoli | East | 4.52 km |
| Satuli | South-West | 4.92 km |
| Sawarwad | North | 5.11 km |
| Kesari | South | 5.20 km |
| Verle | North-East | 5.87 km |
| Madkhol | South-West | 6.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ovaliye
Ovaliye is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sawantwadi Road, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Ovaliye is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Ovaliye is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ovaliye
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ovaliye village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ovaliye
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ovaliye village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ovaliye
Where is Ovaliye located?
Ovaliye village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ovaliye?
The Gram Panchayat of Ovaliye is Owaliye.
What is the pincode of Ovaliye?
The pincode of Ovaliye is 416550.
What is the population of Ovaliye?
Ovaliye has a total population of 621, including 284 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Ovaliye?
There are 157 households in Ovaliye.
What is the literacy rate in Ovaliye?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ovaliye is 76.33%. Male literacy is 85.92% and female literacy is 68.25%.