Orgel - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Orgel is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Kapatuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orgel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orgel is 430655. The village covers a total geographical area of 888 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Orgel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orgel
According to the 2011 Census, Orgel village had a total population of 619 people, including 300 males and 319 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.29%, with male literacy at 36.10% and female literacy at 11.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 619.
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 | 619 | 300 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 619 | 300 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 87 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 213 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Orgel
Orgel 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 Orgel
Public transport in the Orgel is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Orgel is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Orgel is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orgel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orgel 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Orgel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orgel 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 Orgel
Where is Orgel located?
Orgel village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Orgel?
The Gram Panchayat of Orgel is Kapatuti.
What is the pincode of Orgel?
The pincode of Orgel is 764052.
What is the population of Orgel?
Orgel had a total population of 619, including 300 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Orgel?
Orgel had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orgel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orgel was 23.29%. Male literacy was 36.10% and female literacy was 11.28%.