Or - Belaganj, Gaya
Or is a village situated in the Belaganj subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belaganj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Irki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Or village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Or is 254933. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 804403 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Or village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Or
As per Census 2011, Or village has a total population of 2,087 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 1,003 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,213 literate and 874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Or are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,087 | 1,084 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 177 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,241 | 649 | 592 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 720 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 364 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Or
Or is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramanand Bigha | West | 1.03 km |
| Regania Chak | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Salehpur | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Nakti Bhalua | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Beldar Bigha | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Lodipur | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Amjhar | West | 2.33 km |
| Risaudh | South | 2.38 km |
| Silaunja | North | 2.63 km |
| Kachanpur Agthu | South-West | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Or
Or is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Neyamatpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Or is about 20 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 Or
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Or village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Or
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Or village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Or
Where is Or located?
Or village is located in Belaganj Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Or?
The Gram Panchayat of Or is Irki.
What is the pincode of Or?
The pincode of Or is 804403.
What is the population of Or?
Or has a total population of 2,087, including 1,084 males and 1,003 females.
How many households are there in Or?
There are 311 households in Or.
What is the literacy rate in Or?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Or is 58.12%. Male literacy is 66.42% and female literacy is 49.15%.