Ooti - Arakera, Raichur
Ooti is a village situated in the Arakera taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Devadurga and around 80 km from Raichur. Palakanamardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ooti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ooti is 600577. The village covers a total geographical area of 591.49 hectares and falls under the 584116 pincode. Devadurga is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ooti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ooti
As per Census 2011, Ooti village has a total population of 1,742 people, consisting of 858 males and 884 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 631 literate and 1,111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,171 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ooti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,742 | 858 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 163 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,171 | 576 | 595 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 390 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,111 | 468 | 643 |
Nearby Villages of Ooti
Ooti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudalagund | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Gandhal | North | 2.94 km |
| Palkanmardi | South | 3.09 km |
| Naglapur | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Sunnadkal | East | 3.51 km |
| Yalaghatta | West | 3.85 km |
| Bhogiramangund | North | 4.98 km |
| Wandli | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Huligud | North-East | 5.56 km |
| Somanmardi | North-West | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ooti
Ooti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marichethal, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Devadurga to Ooti is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Ooti is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ooti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ooti 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ooti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ooti 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ooti
Where is Ooti located?
Ooti village is located in Arakera Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ooti?
The Gram Panchayat of Ooti is Palakanamardi.
What is the pincode of Ooti?
The pincode of Ooti is 584116.
What is the population of Ooti?
Ooti has a total population of 1,742, including 858 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Ooti?
There are 269 households in Ooti.
What is the literacy rate in Ooti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ooti is 36.22%. Male literacy is 45.45% and female literacy is 27.26%.