Orei - Kakatpur, Puri
Orei is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Konark and around 45 km from Puri. Mahalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orei is 409340. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 752116 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Orei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orei
As per Census 2011, Orei village has a total population of 187 people, consisting of 96 males and 91 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 187 | 96 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 25 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Orei
Orei 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 Orei
Orei is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Konark to Orei is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Orei 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 Orei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Orei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orei 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Orei
Where is Orei located?
Orei village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orei?
The Gram Panchayat of Orei is Mahalapada.
What is the pincode of Orei?
The pincode of Orei is 752116.
What is the population of Orei?
Orei has a total population of 187, including 96 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Orei?
There are 42 households in Orei.
What is the literacy rate in Orei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orei is 72.19%. Male literacy is 73.96% and female literacy is 70.33%.