Otilgam
Otilgam is a village located in Beerwah tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Beerwah (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Utligam is the gram panchayat of Otilgam village.
Here you can discover what makes Otilgam unique in its vibrant Beerwah-Badgam region. You’ll see Otilgam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Otilgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Otilgam is 000482. The village spans a total geographical area of 263.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193411. Beerwah is nearest town to Otilgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Otilgam
Population of Otilgam
According to the 2011 Census, Otilgam has a total population of about 1,919, with approximately 997 males and 922 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 532 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.55%, with male literacy at about 38.11% and female literacy near 30.69%. There are around 264 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Otilgam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,919 | 997 | 922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 326 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 663 | 380 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,256 | 617 | 639 |
Connectivity of Otilgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Otilgam. As per the 2011 stats, Otilgam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Otilgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Otilgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Otilgam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Otilgam
- Where is Otilgam located?
- Otilgam village is situated in Beerwah Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Otilgam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Otilgam is Utligam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Otilgam?
- The pincode of Otilgam is 193411, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Otilgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Otilgam is 1,919, with 997 males and 922 females.
- How many households are there in Otilgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Otilgam village has a total of 264 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Otilgam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Otilgam is 34.55%. The male literacy rate is 38.11%, while the female literacy rate is 30.69%.