Orchha - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Orchha is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from Pakhanjur and around 171 km from Kanker. Orchagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orchha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orchha is 448366. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.04 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Orchha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orchha
According to the 2011 Census, Orchha village had a total population of 255 people, including 124 males and 131 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.53%, with male literacy at 73.87% and female literacy at 44.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
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 | 255 | 124 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 13 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 94 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 82 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 42 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Orchha
Orchha 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 Orchha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Orchha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Orchha is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Orchha is about 171 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orchha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orchha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Orchha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orchha 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 Orchha
Where is Orchha located?
Orchha village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orchha?
The Gram Panchayat of Orchha is Orchagaon.
What is the pincode of Orchha?
The pincode of Orchha is 494665.
What is the population of Orchha?
Orchha had a total population of 255, including 124 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Orchha?
Orchha had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orchha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orchha was 59.53%. Male literacy was 73.87% and female literacy was 44.23%.