Oras Kh. - Kudal, Sindhudurg
Oras Kh. is a village situated in the Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kudal and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Anav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oras Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oras Kh. is 566724. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 416812 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Oras Kh. 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 Kh.
As per Census 2011, Oras Kh. village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 193 males and 195 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 296 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Oras Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 193 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 162 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 31 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Oras Kh.
Oras Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tembgaon | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Oras Bk. | West | 2.55 km |
| Warde | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Rumadgaon | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Avalegaon | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Kunde | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Kusabe | North | 4.05 km |
| Digas | South | 4.43 km |
| Kadawal | East | 4.96 km |
| Ranbambuli | West | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Oras Kh.
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Oras Kh.. The nearest railway station is Sindhudurg, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Oras Kh. is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Oras Kh. is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oras Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oras Kh. 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 Oras Kh.
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 Kh. 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 Oras Kh.
Where is Oras Kh. located?
Oras Kh. village is located in Kudal Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oras Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Oras Kh. is Anav.
What is the pincode of Oras Kh.?
The pincode of Oras Kh. is 416812.
What is the population of Oras Kh.?
Oras Kh. has a total population of 388, including 193 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Oras Kh.?
There are 99 households in Oras Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Oras Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oras Kh. is 76.29%. Male literacy is 83.94% and female literacy is 68.72%.