Orhea - Bishunpura, Garhwa
Orhea is a village situated in the Bishunpura subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishunpura and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Pipri Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orhea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orhea is 347423. The village covers a total geographical area of 542 hectares and falls under the 822128 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town.
Orhea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Orhea
According to the 2011 Census, Orhea village had a total population of 434 people, including 227 males and 207 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.30%, with male literacy at 49.74% and female literacy at 31.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 434 | 227 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 96 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 97 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 130 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Orhea
Orhea is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawadih | East | 1.59 km |
| Pato | West | 1.76 km |
| Bachhikhoh | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Semri | East | 3.24 km |
| Bishunpura | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Kochea | South | 3.50 km |
| Pipri Khurd | South | 3.73 km |
| Sandhya | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Saro | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Kamta | South | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orhea
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Orhea. The nearest railway station is Ramna, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Garhwa to Orhea is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orhea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orhea village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Orhea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orhea 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Orhea
Where is Orhea located?
Orhea village is located in Bishunpura Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orhea?
The Gram Panchayat of Orhea is Pipri Kalan.
What is the pincode of Orhea?
The pincode of Orhea is 822128.
What is the population of Orhea?
Orhea had a total population of 434, including 227 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Orhea?
Orhea had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orhea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orhea was 41.30%. Male literacy was 49.74% and female literacy was 31.79%.