Orata - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Orata is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahakalapada and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Deulapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orata is 397046. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 754212 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Orata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orata
As per Census 2011, Orata village has a total population of 1,120 people, consisting of 552 males and 568 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 854 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 480 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,120 | 552 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 235 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 451 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 101 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Orata
Orata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Oliha | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Perijpur | North | 1.29 km |
| Anduli | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Olihanilakanthapur | South | 1.50 km |
| Basaghar | East | 1.55 km |
| Alailo | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Bilipada | West | 1.73 km |
| Aitipur | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Mangarajapur | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Deula Pada | South-East | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orata
Public transport in the Orata is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bagadia Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Orata is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Orata is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Orata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Orata
Where is Orata located?
Orata village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orata?
The Gram Panchayat of Orata is Deulapada.
What is the pincode of Orata?
The pincode of Orata is 754212.
What is the population of Orata?
Orata has a total population of 1,120, including 552 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Orata?
There are 302 households in Orata.
What is the literacy rate in Orata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orata is 76.25%. Male literacy is 81.70% and female literacy is 70.95%.