Owari - Shikohabad, Firozabad
Owari is a village situated in the Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikohabad and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Owari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Owari is 125966. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.77 hectares and falls under the 283204 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Owari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shikohabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Owari
As per Census 2011, Owari village has a total population of 3,342 people, consisting of 1,812 males and 1,530 females. The village has 527 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,129 literate and 1,213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Owari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,342 | 1,812 | 1,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 247 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,180 | 645 | 535 |
| Literate Population | 2,129 | 1,279 | 850 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,213 | 533 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Owari
Owari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahini | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Ubati | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Nivkheria | North | 1.69 km |
| Mohammadpur Jhum Jhum | South | 1.77 km |
| Nagla Umer | West | 1.97 km |
| Chehari | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Mohabbataheer | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Mohammadpur Bahari | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Chhichhamai | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Bakalpur | South | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Owari
Owari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shikohabad Jn, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Firozabad to Owari is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Owari 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 Owari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Owari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Owari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Owari 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Owari
Where is Owari located?
Owari village is located in Shikohabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Owari?
Owari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Owari?
The pincode of Owari is 283204.
What is the population of Owari?
Owari has a total population of 3,342, including 1,812 males and 1,530 females.
How many households are there in Owari?
There are 527 households in Owari.
What is the literacy rate in Owari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Owari is 63.70%. Male literacy is 70.58% and female literacy is 55.56%.