Otur - Junnar, Pune
Otur is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Otur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Otur is 555259. The village covers a total geographical area of 3774 hectares and falls under the 410502 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Otur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Otur
As per Census 2011, Otur village has a total population of 20,308 people, consisting of 10,335 males and 9,973 females. The village has 4,311 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,057 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,706 literate and 4,602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 866 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Otur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,308 | 10,335 | 9,973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,057 | 1,111 | 946 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 866 | 432 | 434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,178 | 1,650 | 1,528 |
| Literate Population | 15,706 | 8,493 | 7,213 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,602 | 1,842 | 2,760 |
Nearby Villages of Otur
Otur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumbarwadi | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Rohkadi | North | 3.41 km |
| Tikekarwadi | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Ahinavewadi | North | 4.24 km |
| Udapur | West | 4.71 km |
| Khamundi | South-East | 4.96 km |
| Dholwad | South | 5.03 km |
| Badgi | East | 5.16 km |
| Hivare Kh | South-West | 5.53 km |
| Netwad | South-West | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Otur
Otur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghoti, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Otur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Otur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Otur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Otur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Otur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Otur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Otur
Where is Otur located?
Otur village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Otur?
Otur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Otur?
The pincode of Otur is 410502.
What is the population of Otur?
Otur has a total population of 20,308, including 10,335 males and 9,973 females.
How many households are there in Otur?
There are 4,311 households in Otur.
What is the literacy rate in Otur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otur is 77.34%. Male literacy is 82.18% and female literacy is 72.33%.