Orsa - Mahuadanr, Latehar
Orsa is a village situated in the Mahuadanr subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuadanr and around 185 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Orsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orsa is 367052. The village covers a total geographical area of 2867 hectares and falls under the 822119 pincode. Latehar is the nearest town.
Orsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orsa
As per Census 2011, Orsa village has a total population of 2,271 people, consisting of 1,144 males and 1,127 females. The village has 450 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,077 literate and 1,194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,806 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,271 | 1,144 | 1,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 219 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,806 | 902 | 904 |
| Literate Population | 1,077 | 634 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,194 | 510 | 684 |
Nearby Villages of Orsa
Orsa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kabrapat | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Surkaim | South | 4.13 km |
| Amtahi | West | 4.24 km |
| Merhari | East | 4.39 km |
| Rajendrapur | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Asnari | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Chiro | North | 5.12 km |
| Mirgi | North-East | 6.19 km |
| Jori | East | 6.21 km |
| Jamdih | South-East | 6.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orsa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Orsa. The nearest railway station is Chhipadohar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.0 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 Latehar to Orsa is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Orsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Orsa
Where is Orsa located?
Orsa village is located in Mahuadanr Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orsa?
Orsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Orsa?
The pincode of Orsa is 822119.
What is the population of Orsa?
Orsa has a total population of 2,271, including 1,144 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Orsa?
There are 450 households in Orsa.
What is the literacy rate in Orsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orsa is 47.42%. Male literacy is 55.42% and female literacy is 39.31%.