Orumana - Shankheshvar, Patan
Orumana is a village situated in the Shankheshvar taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Sami and around 45 km from Patan. Orumana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orumana is 509030. The village covers a total geographical area of 1619.12 hectares and falls under the 384240 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Orumana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orumana
According to the 2011 Census, Orumana village had a total population of 1,009 people, including 515 males and 494 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.57%, with male literacy at 85.08% and female literacy at 53.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 1,009 | 515 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 382 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 133 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Orumana
Orumana 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 Orumana
Public transport in the Orumana is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Harij to Orumana is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Orumana is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orumana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orumana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Orumana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orumana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Orumana
Where is Orumana located?
Orumana village is located in Shankheshvar Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orumana?
Orumana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Orumana?
The pincode of Orumana is 384240.
What is the population of Orumana?
Orumana had a total population of 1,009, including 515 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Orumana?
Orumana had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orumana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orumana was 69.57%. Male literacy was 85.08% and female literacy was 53.56%.