Otav

Otav is a village located in Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kankavli (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Otav village is also a gram panchayat.

Otav has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Otav

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Otav is 566421. The village spans a total geographical area of 624.81 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Otav village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

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Population of Otav

Below is a concise population overview of Otav as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 619 300 319
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 27 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) 146 71 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 511 261 250
Illiterate Population 108 39 69

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Otav village:

  • The total population of Otav village is around 619, including approximately 300 males and 319 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Otav village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Otav village has 146 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Otav village is about 82.55%, with male literacy at 87.00% and female literacy at 78.37%.
  • There are around 165 households in Otav village.

Connectivity of Otav

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Otav. As per the 2011 stats, Otav 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 Otav

Knowing the nearby villages of Otav helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Otav.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Otav

Where is Otav located?
Otav village is situated in Kankavli Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Otav?
Otav serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Otav as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Otav is 619, with 300 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Otav as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Otav village has a total of 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Otav as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Otav is 82.55%. The male literacy rate is 87.00%, while the female literacy rate is 78.37%.