Otta - Songadh, Tapi
Otta is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Otta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Otta is 524705. The village covers a total geographical area of 511.71 hectares and falls under the 394716 pincode. Navapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Otta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Otta
According to the 2011 Census, Otta village had a total population of 802 people, including 409 males and 393 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.57%, with male literacy at 57.46% and female literacy at 43.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 704.
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 | 802 | 409 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 704 | 362 | 342 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 204 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 205 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Otta
Otta 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 Otta
Public transport in the Otta is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Otta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Navapur to Otta is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Otta is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Otta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Otta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Otta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Otta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Otta
Where is Otta located?
Otta village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Otta?
Otta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Otta?
The pincode of Otta is 394716.
What is the population of Otta?
Otta had a total population of 802, including 409 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Otta?
Otta had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Otta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otta was 50.57%. Male literacy was 57.46% and female literacy was 43.55%.