Otur
Otur is a village located in Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kalwan (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Otur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Otur unique in its vibrant Kalwan-Nashik region. You’ll see Otur’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 Otur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Otur is 549928. The village spans a total geographical area of 1077.6 hectares. Satana is nearest town to Otur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Otur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Otur
Population of Otur
According to the 2011 Census, Otur has a total population of about 2,744, with approximately 1,363 males and 1,381 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 426 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 243 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,131. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.71%, with male literacy at about 63.54% and female literacy near 53.95%. There are around 535 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Otur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,744 | 1,363 | 1,381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 227 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 131 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,131 | 533 | 598 |
| Literate Population | 1,611 | 866 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,133 | 497 | 636 |
Connectivity of Otur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Otur. As per the 2011 stats, Otur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Otur
Knowing the nearby villages of Otur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Otur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Otur
- Where is Otur located?
- Otur village is situated in Kalwan Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Otur?
- Otur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Otur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Otur is 2,744, with 1,363 males and 1,381 females.
- How many households are there in Otur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Otur village has a total of 535 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Otur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Otur is 58.71%. The male literacy rate is 63.54%, while the female literacy rate is 53.95%.