Ora - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Ora is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Siandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ora is 410219. The village covers a total geographical area of 444 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Ora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ora
As per Census 2011, Ora village has a total population of 604 people, consisting of 317 males and 287 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 142 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 317 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 257 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 60 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Ora
Ora 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 Ora
Ora 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 >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 Balugaon to Ora is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ora is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ora 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ora 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 Ora
Where is Ora located?
Ora village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ora?
The Gram Panchayat of Ora is Siandi.
What is the pincode of Ora?
The pincode of Ora is 752032.
What is the population of Ora?
Ora has a total population of 604, including 317 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Ora?
There are 134 households in Ora.
What is the literacy rate in Ora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ora is 76.49%. Male literacy is 81.07% and female literacy is 71.43%.