Orai - Amarpur, Banka
Orai is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Pawai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orai is 240609. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Orai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Orai
According to the 2011 Census, Orai village had a total population of 821 people, including 424 males and 397 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.78%, with male literacy at 76.55% and female literacy at 58.51%.
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 | 821 | 424 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 271 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 153 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Orai
Orai 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 Orai
Orai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Orai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Orai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Orai is about 29 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 Orai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orai 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 Orai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Orai
Where is Orai located?
Orai village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Orai?
The Gram Panchayat of Orai is Pawai.
What is the pincode of Orai?
The pincode of Orai is 813101.
What is the population of Orai?
Orai had a total population of 821, including 424 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Orai?
Orai had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orai was 67.78%. Male literacy was 76.55% and female literacy was 58.51%.