Orai Kalan
Orai Kalan is a village located in Baloda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Baloda (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Auraikala is the gram panchayat of Orai Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Orai Kalan unique in its vibrant Baloda-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Orai Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Orai Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Orai Kalan is 436715. The village spans a total geographical area of 814.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494226. Baloda is nearest town to Orai Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Orai Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Akaltara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Orai Kalan
Population of Orai Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Orai Kalan has a total population of about 2,964, with approximately 1,515 males and 1,449 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 464 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 296 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 737. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.91%, with male literacy at about 70.89% and female literacy near 46.38%. There are around 655 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Orai Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,964 | 1,515 | 1,449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 249 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 151 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 737 | 363 | 374 |
| Literate Population | 1,746 | 1,074 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,218 | 441 | 777 |
Connectivity of Orai Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Orai Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Orai Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Orai Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Orai Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Orai Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Orai Kalan
- Where is Orai Kalan located?
- Orai Kalan village is situated in Baloda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Orai Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Orai Kalan is Auraikala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Orai Kalan?
- The pincode of Orai Kalan is 494226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Orai Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Orai Kalan is 2,964, with 1,515 males and 1,449 females.
- How many households are there in Orai Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Orai Kalan village has a total of 655 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Orai Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Orai Kalan is 58.91%. The male literacy rate is 70.89%, while the female literacy rate is 46.38%.