Othian - Batala, Gurdaspur
Othian is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Othian village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Othian is 028765. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 143518 pincode. Batala 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 Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Othian
According to the 2011 Census, Othian village had a total population of 254 people, including 123 males and 131 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.82%, with male literacy at 83.02% and female literacy at 71.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 254 | 123 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 35 | 50 |
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
Othian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Othian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gurdaspur to Othian is about 38 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Othian
Where is Othian located?
Othian village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur 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 143518.
What is the population of Othian?
Othian had a total population of 254, including 123 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Othian?
Othian had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Othian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Othian was 76.82%. Male literacy was 83.02% and female literacy was 71.05%.