Oratanda - Gop, Puri
Oratanda is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nuakholamara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oratanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oratanda is 409362. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 752045 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Oratanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oratanda
According to the 2011 Census, Oratanda village had a total population of 761 people, including 370 males and 391 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.87%, with male literacy at 90.12% and female literacy at 73.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 761 | 370 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 36 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 301 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 69 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Oratanda
Oratanda 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 Oratanda
Oratanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Oratanda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Oratanda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oratanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oratanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Oratanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oratanda 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 Oratanda
Where is Oratanda located?
Oratanda village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Oratanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Oratanda is Nuakholamara.
What is the pincode of Oratanda?
The pincode of Oratanda is 752045.
What is the population of Oratanda?
Oratanda had a total population of 761, including 370 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Oratanda?
Oratanda had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oratanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oratanda was 81.87%. Male literacy was 90.12% and female literacy was 73.75%.