Orasur - Devakottai, Sivaganga
Orasur is a village situated in the Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devakottai and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Thiruvegampathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orasur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orasur is 640200. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.9 hectares and falls under the 630408 pincode. Devakottai is the nearest town.
Orasur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orasur
According to the 2011 Census, Orasur village had a total population of 664 people, including 344 males and 320 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.14%, with male literacy at 98.06% and female literacy at 91.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228.
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 | 664 | 344 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 568 | 304 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 40 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Orasur
Orasur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tiruvegampet | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Anthakudi | East | 2.34 km |
| Siruvatti | North | 3.43 km |
| Seluvatti | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Nagamathi | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Muppaiyur | South-East | 4.58 km |
| Virisur | South | 4.67 km |
| Vijayapuram | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Ponnalikopttai | West | 4.92 km |
| Panangulam | North-East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orasur
Orasur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kallai, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sivaganga to Orasur 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 Orasur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orasur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Orasur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orasur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Orasur
Where is Orasur located?
Orasur village is located in Devakottai Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orasur?
The Gram Panchayat of Orasur is Thiruvegampathur.
What is the pincode of Orasur?
The pincode of Orasur is 630408.
What is the population of Orasur?
Orasur had a total population of 664, including 344 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Orasur?
Orasur had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orasur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orasur was 95.14%. Male literacy was 98.06% and female literacy was 91.99%.