Otalpur - Satlasana, Mahesana
Otalpur is a village situated in the Satlasana taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Otalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Otalpur is 509188. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.04 hectares and falls under the 384325 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Otalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Otalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Otalpur village had a total population of 1,305 people, including 675 males and 630 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.82%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 50.65%.
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 | 1,305 | 675 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 116 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 746 | 472 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 203 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Otalpur
Otalpur 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 Otalpur
Otalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Otalpur 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 Kheralu to Otalpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Otalpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Otalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Otalpur 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 Otalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Otalpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Otalpur
Where is Otalpur located?
Otalpur village is located in Satlasana Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Otalpur?
Otalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Otalpur?
The pincode of Otalpur is 384325.
What is the population of Otalpur?
Otalpur had a total population of 1,305, including 675 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Otalpur?
Otalpur had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Otalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otalpur was 67.82%. Male literacy was 84.44% and female literacy was 50.65%.