Othiyathur Village Overview
Othiyathur is a village in Gangavalli tehsil of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It lies about 8 km from Gangavalli tehsil headquarters and around 62 km from Salem district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Odhiyathur is the Gram Panchayat for Othiyathur village.
The sections below provide essential information about Othiyathur village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Othiyathur is 634327. The village covers a geographical area of 993.18 hectares and has a pincode of 636105. Gangavalli is the nearest town.
Location Map of Othiyathur
Population & Demographics of Othiyathur
This section provides population and demographic details of Othiyathur village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,465 | 1,771 | 1,694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 174 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 898 | 466 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,250 | 1,260 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 511 | 704 |
Key population details of Othiyathur village are given below:
- Othiyathur village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 3,465, including approximately 1,771 males and 1,694 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 898 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Othiyathur village is good, with a literacy rate of about 64.94%.
- There are around 933 households in Othiyathur village.
Transport & Connectivity of Othiyathur
Transport facilities help residents of Othiyathur village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Othiyathur
The following villages are located close to Othiyathur and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Othiyathur
- Where is Othiyathur located?
- Othiyathur village is located in Gangavalli Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Othiyathur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Othiyathur is Odhiyathur (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Othiyathur?
- The pincode of Othiyathur is 636105.
- What is the population of Othiyathur?
- Othiyathur has a total population of 3,465, including 1,771 males and 1,694 females.
- How many households are there in Othiyathur?
- There are 933 households in Othiyathur.
- What is the literacy rate in Othiyathur?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Othiyathur is 64.94%. Male literacy is 71.15% and female literacy is 58.44%.