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
According to the 2011 Census, Otur village had a total population of 20,308 people, including 10,335 males and 9,973 females, living in 4,311 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.06%, with male literacy at 92.08% and female literacy at 79.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 866, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,178.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 20,308, including 10,335 males and 9,973 females.
How many households are there in Otur?
Otur had 4,311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Otur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otur was 86.06%. Male literacy was 92.08% and female literacy was 79.90%.