Otoda - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Otoda is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Bandgaon and around 90 km from Chaibasa. Sinduribera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Otoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Otoda is 377067. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.67 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Otoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Otoda
As per Census 2011, Otoda village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 90 males and 100 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Otoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 90 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 90 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 51 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 39 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Otoda
Otoda 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 Otoda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Otoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Otoda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Otoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Otoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Otoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Otoda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Otoda
Where is Otoda located?
Otoda village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Otoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Otoda is Sinduribera.
What is the pincode of Otoda?
The pincode of Otoda is 833201.
What is the population of Otoda?
Otoda has a total population of 190, including 90 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Otoda?
There are 34 households in Otoda.
What is the literacy rate in Otoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otoda is 41.58%. Male literacy is 56.67% and female literacy is 28.00%.