Otanga - Gop, Puri
Otanga is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sorava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Otanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Otanga is 409493. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 752111 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Otanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Otanga
According to the 2011 Census, Otanga village had a total population of 453 people, including 226 males and 227 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.20%, with male literacy at 89.42% and female literacy at 81.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 453 | 226 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 186 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 40 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Otanga
Otanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badamachhamara | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Karamanga | North | 1.25 km |
| Girimakanra | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Dhanitri | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Ambiligan | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Samakula | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Alana | North | 1.63 km |
| Panchana | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Kopara | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Chitra | North-West | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Otanga
Otanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Otanga is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Otanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Otanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Otanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Otanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Otanga
Where is Otanga located?
Otanga village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Otanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Otanga is Sorava.
What is the pincode of Otanga?
The pincode of Otanga is 752111.
What is the population of Otanga?
Otanga had a total population of 453, including 226 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Otanga?
Otanga had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Otanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Otanga was 85.20%. Male literacy was 89.42% and female literacy was 81.04%.