Orakal - Jatani, Khordha
Orakal is a village situated in the Jatani tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Airfield (kapila Prasad) and around 19 km from Khordha . Padhanasani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orakal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orakal is 407713. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 751002 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Orakal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orakal
As per Census 2011, Orakal village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 193 males and 192 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orakal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 193 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 90 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 63 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Orakal
Orakal 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 Orakal
Orakal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Orakal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Orakal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Orakal is about 19 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 Orakal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orakal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Orakal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orakal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Orakal
Where is Orakal located?
Orakal village is located in Jatani Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orakal?
The Gram Panchayat of Orakal is Padhanasani.
What is the pincode of Orakal?
The pincode of Orakal is 751002.
What is the population of Orakal?
Orakal has a total population of 385, including 193 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Orakal?
There are 70 households in Orakal.
What is the literacy rate in Orakal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orakal is 63.12%. Male literacy is 67.36% and female literacy is 58.85%.