Ora - Surada, Ganjam
Ora is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Badagada and around 100 km from Chatrapur. Sidhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ora is 410971. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ora 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 Ora
As per Census 2011, Ora village has a total population of 146 people, consisting of 66 males and 80 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,212 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 66 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 4 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 26 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Ora
Ora 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 Ora
Public transport in the Ora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Ora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ora 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 Ora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ora 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ora 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 Ora
Where is Ora located?
Ora village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ora?
The Gram Panchayat of Ora is Sidhapur.
What is the pincode of Ora?
The pincode of Ora is 761109.
What is the population of Ora?
Ora has a total population of 146, including 66 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Ora?
There are 30 households in Ora.
What is the literacy rate in Ora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ora is 47.95%. Male literacy is 60.61% and female literacy is 37.50%.