Otatokarva - Songadh, Tapi
Otatokarva is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Jharali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Otatokarva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Otatokarva is 524543. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.87 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Otatokarva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Otatokarva
According to the 2011 Census, Otatokarva village had a total population of 67 people, including 35 males and 32 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.62%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 56.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Transport and Connectivity of Otatokarva
Public transport in the Otatokarva is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Otatokarva.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Songadh to Otatokarva is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Otatokarva is about 34 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 Otatokarva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Otatokarva 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Otatokarva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Otatokarva 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Otatokarva
Where is Otatokarva located?
Otatokarva village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Otatokarva?
The Gram Panchayat of Otatokarva is Jharali.
What is the pincode of Otatokarva?
The pincode of Otatokarva is 394670.
What is the population of Otatokarva?
Otatokarva had a total population of 67, including 35 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Otatokarva?
Otatokarva had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Otatokarva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otatokarva was 64.62%. Male literacy was 72.73% and female literacy was 56.25%.