Otala - Tankara, Morbi
Otala is a village situated in the Tankara taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Tankara and around 57 km from Rajkot. Otala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Otala is 512735. The village covers a total geographical area of 1529.08 hectares and falls under the 363650 pincode. Paddhari is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Otala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Otala
According to the 2011 Census, Otala village had a total population of 2,310 people, including 1,155 males and 1,155 females. The village had 474 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The village had 266 children in the 0–6 age group. The village had 1,499 literate and 811 illiterate residents. Scheduled Castes (SC) accounted for 208 people and Scheduled Tribes (ST) for 5.
The table below presents population figures by category, with separate male and female counts.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,310 | 1,155 | 1,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 145 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 836 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 811 | 319 | 492 |
Nearby Villages of Otala
Otala 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 Otala
Otala 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paddhari to Otala is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Otala is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Otala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Otala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Otala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Otala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Otala
Where is Otala located?
Otala village is located in Tankara Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Otala?
Otala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Otala?
The pincode of Otala is 363650.
What is the population of Otala?
Otala had a total population of 2,310, including 1,155 males and 1,155 females.
How many households are there in Otala?
Otala had 474 households.
What is the literacy rate in Otala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otala was 73.34%. Male literacy was 82.77% and female literacy was 64.12%.