Othaka

Othaka is a village located in Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Nischintakoili (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Nischintakoili is the gram panchayat of Othaka village.

Othaka has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack 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 Othaka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Othaka is 399748. The village spans a total geographical area of 137 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754207. Cuttack is nearest town to Othaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.

When it comes to local governance, Othaka 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 Mahanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Othaka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,283 653 630
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 131 65 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) 160 83 77
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 9 4 5
Literate Population 969 525 444
Illiterate Population 314 128 186

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

  • The total population of Othaka village is around 1,283, including approximately 653 males and 630 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Othaka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Othaka village has 160 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Othaka village is about 75.53%, with male literacy at 80.40% and female literacy at 70.48%.
  • There are around 307 households in Othaka village.

Connectivity of Othaka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Othaka. As per the 2011 stats, Othaka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Othaka

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Othaka

Where is Othaka located?
Othaka village is situated in Nischintakoili Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Othaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Othaka is Nischintakoili (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Othaka?
The pincode of Othaka is 754207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Othaka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Othaka is 1,283, with 653 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Othaka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Othaka village has a total of 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Othaka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Othaka is 75.53%. The male literacy rate is 80.40%, while the female literacy rate is 70.48%.