Oras Bk. - Kudal, Sindhudurg
Oras Bk. is a village situated in the Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kudal and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Orosbudruk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oras Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oras Bk. is 566723. The village covers a total geographical area of 1214.68 hectares and falls under the 416812 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Oras Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oras Bk.
As per Census 2011, Oras Bk. village has a total population of 5,311 people, consisting of 2,685 males and 2,626 females. The village has 1,352 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 495 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,437 literate and 874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 669 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 161 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Oras Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,311 | 2,685 | 2,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 266 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 669 | 331 | 338 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 4,437 | 2,297 | 2,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 388 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Oras Bk.
Oras Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rumadgaon | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Oras Kh. | East | 2.55 km |
| Ranbambuli | West | 2.70 km |
| Kunde | North | 3.62 km |
| Tembgaon | East | 3.75 km |
| Digas | South | 4.59 km |
| Anav | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Talgaon | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Warde | East | 4.93 km |
| Sukalwad | West | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Oras Bk.
Oras Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sindhudurg, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Oras Bk. is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Oras Bk. is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oras Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oras Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Oras Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oras Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Oras Bk.
Where is Oras Bk. located?
Oras Bk. village is located in Kudal Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oras Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Oras Bk. is Orosbudruk.
What is the pincode of Oras Bk.?
The pincode of Oras Bk. is 416812.
What is the population of Oras Bk.?
Oras Bk. has a total population of 5,311, including 2,685 males and 2,626 females.
How many households are there in Oras Bk.?
There are 1,352 households in Oras Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Oras Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oras Bk. is 83.54%. Male literacy is 85.55% and female literacy is 81.49%.