Orchhameta - Orchha, Narayanpur
Orchhameta is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Aader serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orchhameta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orchhameta is 449838. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 111 km away.
Orchhameta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orchhameta
As per Census 2011, Orchhameta village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 81 males and 105 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,296 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orchhameta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 81 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 79 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 51 | 80 |
Transport and Connectivity of Orchhameta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Orchhameta.
| 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 Kondagaon to Orchhameta is about 111 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narayanpur to Orchhameta is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orchhameta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orchhameta 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 Orchhameta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orchhameta 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 Orchhameta
Where is Orchhameta located?
Orchhameta village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orchhameta?
The Gram Panchayat of Orchhameta is Aader.
What is the pincode of Orchhameta?
The pincode of Orchhameta is 494661.
What is the population of Orchhameta?
Orchhameta has a total population of 186, including 81 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Orchhameta?
There are 39 households in Orchhameta.
What is the literacy rate in Orchhameta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orchhameta is 29.57%. Male literacy is 37.04% and female literacy is 23.81%.