Oturu
Oturu is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Halesorab is the gram panchayat of Oturu village.
Here you can discover what makes Oturu unique in its vibrant Sorab-Shimoga region. You’ll see Oturu’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 Oturu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Oturu is 607557. The village spans a total geographical area of 527.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577429. Sorab is nearest town to Oturu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Oturu
Population of Oturu
According to the 2011 Census, Oturu has a total population of about 924, with approximately 476 males and 448 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 54 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.19%, with male literacy at about 80.88% and female literacy near 71.21%. There are around 237 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Oturu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 924 | 476 | 448 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
Literate Population | 704 | 385 | 319 |
Illiterate Population | 220 | 91 | 129 |
Connectivity of Oturu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Oturu. As per the 2011 stats, Oturu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Oturu
Knowing the nearby villages of Oturu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Oturu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Oturu
- Where is Oturu located?
- Oturu village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Oturu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Oturu is Halesorab (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Oturu?
- The pincode of Oturu is 577429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Oturu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Oturu is 924, with 476 males and 448 females.
- How many households are there in Oturu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Oturu village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Oturu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Oturu is 76.19%. The male literacy rate is 80.88%, while the female literacy rate is 71.21%.