Orkita - Shambhuganj, Banka
Orkita is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Parmanandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orkita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orkita is 240482. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 813207 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Orkita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Orkita
According to the 2011 Census, Orkita village had a total population of 462 people, including 237 males and 225 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.76%, with male literacy at 70.21% and female literacy at 35.67%.
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 | 462 | 237 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 49 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 132 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 105 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Orkita
Orkita 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 Orkita
Orkita is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Orkita is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Orkita is about 40 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 Orkita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orkita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Orkita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orkita 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 Orkita
Where is Orkita located?
Orkita village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Orkita?
The Gram Panchayat of Orkita is Parmanandpur.
What is the pincode of Orkita?
The pincode of Orkita is 813207.
What is the population of Orkita?
Orkita had a total population of 462, including 237 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Orkita?
Orkita had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orkita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orkita was 53.76%. Male literacy was 70.21% and female literacy was 35.67%.