Okatiya Bera - Patodi, Balotra
Okatiya Bera is a village situated in the Patodi tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 54 km from Pachpadra and around 126 km from Barmer. Okatiya Bera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Okatiya Bera is 087388. The village covers a total geographical area of 990.51 hectares and falls under the 344032 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Okatiya Bera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Okatiya Bera
As per Census 2011, Okatiya Bera village has a total population of 874 people, consisting of 473 males and 401 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Okatiya Bera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 | 473 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 108 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 251 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 222 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Okatiya Bera
Okatiya Bera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hari Nagar | North | 3.08 km |
| Lakhaniyon Ki Dhani | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Khum Nagar | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Kankolgarh | North-West | 5.10 km |
| Khokhar Purv | West | 6.00 km |
| Jognagar | North | 6.21 km |
| Himmatpura | East | 6.66 km |
| Jawahar Pura | South-East | 7.12 km |
| Nawatala | South-East | 7.72 km |
| Mohangarh | North-East | 8.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Okatiya Bera
Okatiya Bera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tilwara, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balotra to Okatiya Bera is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Okatiya Bera is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Okatiya Bera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Okatiya Bera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Okatiya Bera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Okatiya Bera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Okatiya Bera
Where is Okatiya Bera located?
Okatiya Bera village is located in Patodi Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Okatiya Bera?
Okatiya Bera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Okatiya Bera?
The pincode of Okatiya Bera is 344032.
What is the population of Okatiya Bera?
Okatiya Bera has a total population of 874, including 473 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Okatiya Bera?
There are 170 households in Okatiya Bera.
What is the literacy rate in Okatiya Bera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Okatiya Bera is 40.73%. Male literacy is 53.07% and female literacy is 26.18%.