Ori - Ratnagiri
Ori is a village situated in the Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Ratnagiri, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ori is 565511. The village covers a total geographical area of 1869 hectares and falls under the 415620 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratnagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ori
As per Census 2011, Ori village has a total population of 2,520 people, consisting of 1,138 males and 1,382 females. The village has 572 households and a sex ratio of 1,214 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,751 literate and 769 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,520 | 1,138 | 1,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 142 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,751 | 878 | 873 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 260 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Ori
Ori 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhamanse | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Mayangadewadi | East | 3.67 km |
| Talekarwadi | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Kharavate | South | 4.28 km |
| Khalgaon | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Chafe | North-West | 5.18 km |
| Machivalewadi | South-East | 5.26 km |
| Tarwal | East | 5.29 km |
| Nivendi | West | 5.53 km |
| Jambharun | South | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ori
Ori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ukshi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ratnagiri to Ori is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ori
Where is Ori located?
Ori village is located in Ratnagiri Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ori?
Ori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ori?
The pincode of Ori is 415620.
What is the population of Ori?
Ori has a total population of 2,520, including 1,138 males and 1,382 females.
How many households are there in Ori?
There are 572 households in Ori.
What is the literacy rate in Ori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ori is 69.48%. Male literacy is 77.15% and female literacy is 63.17%.