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Village code 607557
Oturu Village, Sorab Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Oturu is a village in Sorab Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Shimoga district, Karnataka. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Oturu is a village in Sorab Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Shimoga district, Karnataka. For Oturu, the population is 924, PIN code is 577429 and Census village code is 607557. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Oturu Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 607557 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 577429 |
| Population | 924 |
| Households | 237 |
| Area | 527.62 ha / 5.28 sq. km / 1,304 acres |
| Population density | 175 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 941 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Sorab (6 km) |
| Current state | Karnataka |
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Shimoga |
| Census 2011 district | Shimoga |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 577429. This helps users verify the postal area for Oturu, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 577429 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Sorab S.O, Bennur B.O, Chandragutti B.O, Gudavi B.O, Halagalale B.O, and Halesorab B.O |
| Best matching post office | Sorab S.O (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Shivamogga |
| Postal state | Karnataka |
| Postal division | Shivamogga Division |
| Postal circle | Karnataka Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Oturu comes under Halesorab gram panchayat and Sorab C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Sorab Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Sorab at 6 km. The Census district headquarters, Shimoga, is 96 km away.
| Current state | Karnataka |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Shimoga |
| Census 2011 district | Shimoga |
| State code | 29 |
| District code | 568 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5516 |
| C.D. Block code | 84 |
| Block panchayat code | 84 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Oturu village and its household count.
Total population
924 residents in 237 households
Male population
476
Female population
448
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 54; Scheduled Tribes: 8
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Primary health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
| ASHA worker | Not available in village |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Not available in village |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 170.04 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 69.97 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 100.07 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 33.11 hectares |
| Forest area | 151.57 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 0.08 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 82.04 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 63.23 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Sorab, 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Sorab, 5-10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Oturu
Sorab (6 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Sorab is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Sorab (6 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Sorab (6 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Karnataka government website Official state/UT portal
- Bhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 607557
- India Post PIN code search 577429
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Oturu. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Primary Health Centre | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| TB Clinic | 1 |
| TB Clinic Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| TB Clinic Doctors in Position | 1 |
| TB Clinic Para Medical Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| TB Clinic Para Medical Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Family Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Others | Available |
| Others Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Oturu village located?
Oturu is located in Sorab Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Shimoga.
Which Taluk is Oturu in?
Oturu is in Sorab Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Oturu in?
District: Shimoga.
What is the village code of Oturu?
The Census village code of Oturu is 607557.
What is the PIN code of Oturu?
The PIN code reported for Oturu is 577429.
What is the population of Oturu?
Oturu has 924 residents in 237 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Oturu part of?
Oturu comes under Halesorab gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Oturu?
The nearest statutory town to Oturu is Sorab (6 km).
Which crops are grown in Oturu?
The main crops reported for Oturu are Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Oturu?
Land-use details for Oturu include net area sown: 170.04 hectares, irrigated area: 69.97 hectares, and unirrigated area: 100.07 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Oturu?
Government primary school status for Oturu is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Oturu?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Oturu?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Oturu?
The total geographical area of Oturu is 527.62 hectares.
How many households are in Oturu?
Oturu has 237 households as per Census 2011.
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