Omra - Anandpur, West Singhbhum
Omra is a village situated in the Anandpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Anandpur and around 110 km from Paschim Singhbhum. Robokera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Omra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Omra is 377749. The village covers a total geographical area of 559 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Omra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Omra
According to the 2011 Census, Omra village had a total population of 855 people, including 410 males and 445 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.55%, with male literacy at 77.46% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 832.
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 | 855 | 410 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 55 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 832 | 399 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 275 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 135 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Omra
Omra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koleda | East | 1.92 km |
| Berakenduda | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Tarapdanda | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Petar | South | 2.71 km |
| Bandi | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Burukenduda | West | 2.87 km |
| Kareda | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Burutulunda | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Putunga | North | 4.09 km |
| Sayda | South-East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Omra
Public transport in the Omra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parbatonia, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Paschim Singhbhum to Omra is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Omra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Omra 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 Omra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Omra 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Omra
Where is Omra located?
Omra village is located in Anandpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Omra?
The Gram Panchayat of Omra is Robokera.
What is the pincode of Omra?
The pincode of Omra is 833201.
What is the population of Omra?
Omra had a total population of 855, including 410 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Omra?
Omra had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Omra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Omra was 68.55%. Male literacy was 77.46% and female literacy was 60.00%.