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
As per Census 2011, Orumana village has a total population of 1,009 people, consisting of 515 males and 494 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orumana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,009 | 515 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,009, including 515 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Orumana?
There are 213 households in Orumana.
What is the literacy rate in Orumana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orumana is 60.95%. Male literacy is 74.17% and female literacy is 47.17%.