Orkela - Manora, Jashpur
Orkela is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Orkela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orkela is 433945. The village covers a total geographical area of 1000.21 hectares and falls under the 496330 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Orkela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orkela
As per Census 2011, Orkela village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 257 males and 247 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 420 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orkela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 257 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 50 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 208 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 160 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 97 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Orkela
Orkela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gullu | West | 2.81 km |
| Dongjharan | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Shylla | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Patia | North | 4.06 km |
| Chatakpur | South | 4.51 km |
| Khuntapani | East | 4.54 km |
| Alori | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Bene | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Jhargaon | West | 5.70 km |
| Surjula | South-East | 6.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orkela
Public transport in the Orkela is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Orkela is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orkela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orkela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Orkela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orkela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Orkela
Where is Orkela located?
Orkela village is located in Manora Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orkela?
Orkela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Orkela?
The pincode of Orkela is 496330.
What is the population of Orkela?
Orkela has a total population of 504, including 257 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Orkela?
There are 105 households in Orkela.
What is the literacy rate in Orkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orkela is 53.97%. Male literacy is 62.26% and female literacy is 45.34%.