Orap - Itarhi, Buxar
Orap is a village situated in the Itarhi subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itarhi and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Narayan Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orap village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orap is 248715. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.21 hectares and falls under the 802123 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Orap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Orap
According to the 2011 Census, Orap village had a total population of 1,625 people, including 848 males and 777 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.24%, with male literacy at 86.48% and female literacy at 54.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213.
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 | 1,625 | 848 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 138 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 114 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 976 | 614 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 234 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Orap
Orap 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 Orap
Orap 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 Orap.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Orap is about 15 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 Orap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orap 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Orap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orap 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 Orap
Where is Orap located?
Orap village is located in Itarhi Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orap?
The Gram Panchayat of Orap is Narayan Pur.
What is the pincode of Orap?
The pincode of Orap is 802123.
What is the population of Orap?
Orap had a total population of 1,625, including 848 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Orap?
Orap had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orap was 71.24%. Male literacy was 86.48% and female literacy was 54.85%.