Origada - Bellaguntha, Ganjam
Origada is a village situated in the Bellaguntha tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Gangapur and around 100 km from Chatrapur. Benipalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Origada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Origada is 410679. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 761123 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Origada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Origada
As per Census 2011, Origada village has a total population of 481 people, consisting of 240 males and 241 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Origada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 240 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 193 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 47 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Origada
Origada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Origada
Origada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Origada is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Origada is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Origada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Origada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Origada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Origada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Origada
Where is Origada located?
Origada village is located in Bellaguntha Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Origada?
The Gram Panchayat of Origada is Benipalli.
What is the pincode of Origada?
The pincode of Origada is 761123.
What is the population of Origada?
Origada has a total population of 481, including 240 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Origada?
There are 104 households in Origada.
What is the literacy rate in Origada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Origada is 74.22%. Male literacy is 80.42% and female literacy is 68.05%.