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
According to the 2011 Census, Ora village had a total population of 146 people, including 66 males and 80 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,212 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.69%, with male literacy at 64.52% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 146 | 66 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 4 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 146, including 66 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Ora?
Ora had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ora was 54.69%. Male literacy was 64.52% and female literacy was 45.45%.