Oting - Mon Sadar, Mon
Oting is a village situated in the Mon Sadar circle of Mon district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mon Sadar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Mon.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oting is 267004. The village falls under the 798621 pincode. Mon Town is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Tizit Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oting
According to the 2011 Census, Oting village had a total population of 1,266 people, including 680 males and 586 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.18%, with male literacy at 37.12% and female literacy at 28.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,251.
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 | 1,266 | 680 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 82 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,251 | 672 | 579 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 222 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 900 | 458 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Oting
Oting is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Oting
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Oting.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Mon Town to Oting is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mon to Oting is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oting
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oting village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Oting
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oting village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Oting
Where is Oting located?
Oting village is located in Mon Sadar Circle, Mon district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Oting?
The pincode of Oting is 798621.
What is the population of Oting?
Oting had a total population of 1,266, including 680 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Oting?
Oting had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oting?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oting was 33.18%. Male literacy was 37.12% and female literacy was 28.51%.