Oria Mal - Tendukheda, Damoh
Oria Mal is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Ghnatamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oria Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oria Mal is 462787. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.83 hectares and falls under the 470880 pincode. Tendukheda is the nearest town.
Oria Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Oria Mal
As per Census 2011, Oria Mal village has a total population of 852 people, consisting of 453 males and 399 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 590 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Oria Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 453 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 94 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 590 | 318 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 237 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 216 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Oria Mal
Oria Mal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Oria Ryt | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Dhaneta Mal | West | 1.71 km |
| Magdupura | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Nandia | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Dhaneta Ryt | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Jhalon | North | 2.93 km |
| Sehri | West | 3.62 km |
| Jarka | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Hardua | West | 4.16 km |
| Guhanchi | North | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Oria Mal
Oria Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhitoni, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Damoh to Oria Mal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oria Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oria Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Oria Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oria Mal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Oria Mal
Where is Oria Mal located?
Oria Mal village is located in Tendukheda Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oria Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Oria Mal is Ghnatamal.
What is the pincode of Oria Mal?
The pincode of Oria Mal is 470880.
What is the population of Oria Mal?
Oria Mal has a total population of 852, including 453 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Oria Mal?
There are 196 households in Oria Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Oria Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oria Mal is 42.96%. Male literacy is 52.32% and female literacy is 32.33%.