Ovali
Ovali is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Ovali village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ovali unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Ovali’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 Ovali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ovali is 552662. The village spans a total geographical area of 202 hectares. Bhiwandi Nizampur is nearest town to Ovali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ovali 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ovali
Population of Ovali
According to the 2011 Census, Ovali has a total population of about 1,566, with approximately 847 males and 719 females. The sex ratio is around 848 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 232 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 151. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.43%, with male literacy at about 75.21% and female literacy near 64.81%. There are around 327 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ovali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,566 | 847 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 135 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 80 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 637 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 210 | 253 |
Connectivity of Ovali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ovali. As per the 2011 stats, Ovali 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ovali
Knowing the nearby villages of Ovali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ovali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ovali
- Where is Ovali located?
- Ovali village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ovali?
- Ovali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ovali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ovali is 1,566, with 847 males and 719 females.
- How many households are there in Ovali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ovali village has a total of 327 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ovali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ovali is 70.43%. The male literacy rate is 75.21%, while the female literacy rate is 64.81%.