Orenga - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Orenga is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Goilkera and around 83 km from Chaibasa. Kebra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orenga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orenga is 377574. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.78 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Chakardharpur is the nearest town.
Orenga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Orenga
According to the 2011 Census, Orenga village had a total population of 589 people, including 328 males and 261 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 796 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.67%, with male literacy at 59.47% and female literacy at 18.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 509.
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 | 589 | 328 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 251 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 157 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 171 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Orenga
Orenga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitir | North | 0.89 km |
| Komang | South | 1.79 km |
| Sarugara | West | 2.47 km |
| Kebra | East | 2.84 km |
| Behra | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Kumdih | South | 3.32 km |
| Tenda | West | 3.61 km |
| Shawsol | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Bhaktauli | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Horo | East | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orenga
Public transport in the Orenga is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 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 Chaibasa to Orenga is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orenga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orenga 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Orenga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orenga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Orenga
Where is Orenga located?
Orenga village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Orenga?
The Gram Panchayat of Orenga is Kebra.
What is the pincode of Orenga?
The pincode of Orenga is 833103.
What is the population of Orenga?
Orenga had a total population of 589, including 328 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Orenga?
Orenga had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orenga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orenga was 41.67%. Male literacy was 59.47% and female literacy was 18.63%.