Othian - Lopoke, Amritsar
Othian is a village situated in the Lopoke tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from Ajnala and around 27 km from Amritsar . Othian village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Othian is 037318. The village covers a total geographical area of 671 hectares and falls under the 143102 pincode. Raja Sansi is the nearest town.
Othian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Othian
As per Census 2011, Othian village has a total population of 3,236 people, consisting of 1,716 males and 1,520 females. The village has 625 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,761 literate and 1,475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,541 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Othian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,236 | 1,716 | 1,520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 201 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,541 | 829 | 712 |
| Literate Population | 1,761 | 1,005 | 756 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,475 | 711 | 764 |
Nearby Villages of Othian
Othian 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 Othian
Public transport in the Othian is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Othian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Othian is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Othian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Othian 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 Othian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Othian 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Othian
Where is Othian located?
Othian village is located in Lopoke Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Othian?
Othian is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Othian?
The pincode of Othian is 143102.
What is the population of Othian?
Othian has a total population of 3,236, including 1,716 males and 1,520 females.
How many households are there in Othian?
There are 625 households in Othian.
What is the literacy rate in Othian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Othian is 54.42%. Male literacy is 58.57% and female literacy is 49.74%.