Owaligar - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Owaligar is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Bageshwar and around 18 km from Bageshwar. Binsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Owaligar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Owaligar is 051191. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.52 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Owaligar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Owaligar
According to the 2011 Census, Owaligar village had a total population of 109 people, including 47 males and 62 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,319 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.16%, with male literacy at 95.12% and female literacy at 74.07%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 109 | 47 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 8 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Owaligar
Owaligar 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 Owaligar
Owaligar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Owaligar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Owaligar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Owaligar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Owaligar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Owaligar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Owaligar
Where is Owaligar located?
Owaligar village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Owaligar?
The Gram Panchayat of Owaligar is Binsar.
What is the pincode of Owaligar?
The pincode of Owaligar is 263628.
What is the population of Owaligar?
Owaligar had a total population of 109, including 47 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Owaligar?
Owaligar had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Owaligar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Owaligar was 83.16%. Male literacy was 95.12% and female literacy was 74.07%.