Otal - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Otal is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Pippalmadhab serves as the Gram Panchayat for Otal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Otal is 397708. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 754137 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Otal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Otal
According to the 2011 Census, Otal village had a total population of 438 people, including 215 males and 223 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.77%, with male literacy at 98.99% and female literacy at 94.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 438 | 215 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 196 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Otal
Otal 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 Otal
Otal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Otal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Otal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Otal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Otal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Otal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Otal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Otal
Where is Otal located?
Otal village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Otal?
The Gram Panchayat of Otal is Pippalmadhab.
What is the pincode of Otal?
The pincode of Otal is 754137.
What is the population of Otal?
Otal had a total population of 438, including 215 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Otal?
Otal had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Otal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otal was 96.77%. Male literacy was 98.99% and female literacy was 94.61%.