Otgan - Tilda, Raipur
Otgan is a village situated in the Tilda tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilda and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Otgan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Otgan is 444896. The village covers a total geographical area of 520.4 hectares and falls under the 493101 pincode. Tilda Newra is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Otgan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Otgan
As per Census 2011, Otgan village has a total population of 1,139 people, consisting of 577 males and 562 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 207 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Otgan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,139 | 577 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 110 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 381 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 196 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Otgan
Otgan 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 Otgan
Otgan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Otgan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tilda Newra to Otgan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Otgan is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Otgan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Otgan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Otgan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Otgan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Otgan
Where is Otgan located?
Otgan village is located in Tilda Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Otgan?
Otgan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Otgan?
The pincode of Otgan is 493101.
What is the population of Otgan?
Otgan has a total population of 1,139, including 577 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Otgan?
There are 207 households in Otgan.
What is the literacy rate in Otgan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otgan is 56.28%. Male literacy is 66.03% and female literacy is 46.26%.