Oriro - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Oriro is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Nirona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oriro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oriro is 506979. The village covers a total geographical area of 1556.61 hectares and falls under the 370001 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Oriro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Oriro
According to the 2011 Census, Oriro village had a total population of 504 people, including 273 males and 231 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.15%, with male literacy at 76.86% and female literacy at 45.23%.
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 | 504 | 273 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 176 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 97 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Oriro
Oriro 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 Oriro
Public transport in the Oriro is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Oriro.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuj to Oriro is about 31 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 Oriro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oriro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Oriro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oriro village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Oriro
Where is Oriro located?
Oriro village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oriro?
The Gram Panchayat of Oriro is Nirona.
What is the pincode of Oriro?
The pincode of Oriro is 370001.
What is the population of Oriro?
Oriro had a total population of 504, including 273 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Oriro?
Oriro had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oriro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oriro was 62.15%. Male literacy was 76.86% and female literacy was 45.23%.