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
As per Census 2011, Othian village has a total population of 254 people, consisting of 123 males and 131 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Othian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 123 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| 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 has a total population of 254, including 123 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Othian?
There are 48 households in Othian.
What is the literacy rate in Othian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Othian is 66.54%. Male literacy is 71.54% and female literacy is 61.83%.