Otha - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Otha is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Otha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Otha is 516751. The village covers a total geographical area of 1395.9 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Otha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Otha
As per Census 2011, Otha village has a total population of 3,214 people, consisting of 1,591 males and 1,623 females. The village has 561 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,919 literate and 1,295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Otha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,214 | 1,591 | 1,623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 238 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,919 | 1,095 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,295 | 496 | 799 |
Nearby Villages of Otha
Otha 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 Otha
Otha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Otha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Otha is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Otha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Otha 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 Otha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Otha 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 Otha
Where is Otha located?
Otha village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Otha?
Otha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Otha?
The pincode of Otha is 364295.
What is the population of Otha?
Otha has a total population of 3,214, including 1,591 males and 1,623 females.
How many households are there in Otha?
There are 561 households in Otha.
What is the literacy rate in Otha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otha is 59.71%. Male literacy is 68.82% and female literacy is 50.77%.