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
According to the 2011 Census, Origada village had a total population of 481 people, including 240 males and 241 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.45%, with male literacy at 88.94% and female literacy at 75.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 240 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 481, including 240 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Origada?
Origada had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Origada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Origada was 82.45%. Male literacy was 88.94% and female literacy was 75.93%.