Ovali - Bhiwandi, Thane
Ovali is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Ovali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ovali is 552662. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ovali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ovali
As per Census 2011, Ovali village has a total population of 1,566 people, consisting of 847 males and 719 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,103 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 151 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ovali are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ovali
Ovali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ovali
Ovali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ovali has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi Nizampur to Ovali is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ovali is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ovali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ovali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ovali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ovali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ovali
Where is Ovali located?
Ovali village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ovali?
Ovali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ovali?
The pincode of Ovali is 421302.
What is the population of Ovali?
Ovali has a total population of 1,566, including 847 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Ovali?
There are 327 households in Ovali.
What is the literacy rate in Ovali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ovali is 70.43%. Male literacy is 75.21% and female literacy is 64.81%.