Ora - Chausa, Buxar
Ora is a village situated in the Chausa subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chausa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Paliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ora is 248366. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 802114 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ora
According to the 2011 Census, Ora village had a total population of 904 people, including 468 males and 436 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.76%, with male literacy at 79.68% and female literacy at 53.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 492, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 904 | 468 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 94 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 265 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 298 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 170 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Ora
Ora 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 Ora
Ora 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 Ora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Buxar to Ora is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ora
Where is Ora located?
Ora village is located in Chausa Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ora?
The Gram Panchayat of Ora is Paliya.
What is the pincode of Ora?
The pincode of Ora is 802114.
What is the population of Ora?
Ora had a total population of 904, including 468 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Ora?
Ora had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ora was 66.76%. Male literacy was 79.68% and female literacy was 53.44%.