Oran - Prantij, Sabar Kantha
Oran is a village situated in the Prantij taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Prantij and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Anvarpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oran is 510616. The village covers a total geographical area of 1067.73 hectares and falls under the 383205 pincode. Prantij is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Oran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Oran
As per Census 2011, Oran village has a total population of 3,463 people, consisting of 1,803 males and 1,660 females. The village has 705 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,594 literate and 869 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Oran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,463 | 1,803 | 1,660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 191 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 177 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,594 | 1,473 | 1,121 |
| Illiterate Population | 869 | 330 | 539 |
Nearby Villages of Oran
Oran 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 Oran
Public transport in the Oran is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Oran.
| 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 Prantij to Oran is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Oran is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Oran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Oran
Where is Oran located?
Oran village is located in Prantij Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oran?
The Gram Panchayat of Oran is Anvarpura.
What is the pincode of Oran?
The pincode of Oran is 383205.
What is the population of Oran?
Oran has a total population of 3,463, including 1,803 males and 1,660 females.
How many households are there in Oran?
There are 705 households in Oran.
What is the literacy rate in Oran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oran is 74.91%. Male literacy is 81.70% and female literacy is 67.53%.