Orakol - Pipili, Puri
Orakol is a village situated in the Pipili tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipili and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Orkal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orakol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orakol is 408716. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 752104 pincode. Pipili is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Orakol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orakol
According to the 2011 Census, Orakol village had a total population of 666 people, including 334 males and 332 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.50%, with male literacy at 97.30% and female literacy at 85.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107.
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 | 666 | 334 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 288 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 46 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Orakol
Orakol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Makaraba | South | 0.61 km |
| Ujanipada | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Samalapur | South | 1.14 km |
| Gaonpada | East | 1.31 km |
| Bindha | West | 1.42 km |
| Poparanga | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Manikadeipur | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Arjungoda | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Dhanpur | South | 1.85 km |
| Hasanapur | South | 2.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orakol
Public transport in the Orakol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Retang, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pipili to Orakol is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Orakol 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 Orakol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orakol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Orakol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orakol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Orakol
Where is Orakol located?
Orakol village is located in Pipili Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Orakol?
The Gram Panchayat of Orakol is Orkal.
What is the pincode of Orakol?
The pincode of Orakol is 752104.
What is the population of Orakol?
Orakol had a total population of 666, including 334 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Orakol?
Orakol had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orakol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orakol was 91.50%. Male literacy was 97.30% and female literacy was 85.86%.