Orgai - Sonhat, Korea
Orgai is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from Sonhat and around 27 km from Baikunthpur. Kailashpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orgai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orgai is 431576. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.88 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Orgai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orgai
According to the 2011 Census, Orgai village had a total population of 474 people, including 239 males and 235 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.91%, with male literacy at 98.59% and female literacy at 89.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 474 | 239 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 210 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 29 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Orgai
Orgai 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 Orgai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Orgai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Orgai is about 27 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 Orgai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orgai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Orgai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orgai 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 Orgai
Where is Orgai located?
Orgai village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Orgai?
The Gram Panchayat of Orgai is Kailashpur.
What is the pincode of Orgai?
The pincode of Orgai is 497339.
What is the population of Orgai?
Orgai had a total population of 474, including 239 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Orgai?
Orgai had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orgai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orgai was 93.91%. Male literacy was 98.59% and female literacy was 89.25%.