Orai - Basti
Orai is a village situated in the Basti tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Basti, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Orai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orai is 180865. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.7 hectares and falls under the 272124 pincode.
Orai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahadewa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orai
As per Census 2011, Orai village has a total population of 726 people, consisting of 388 males and 338 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 726 | 388 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 66 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 165 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 283 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 105 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Orai
Orai 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 Orai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Orai. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Orai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Basti to Orai is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orai 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Orai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Orai
Where is Orai located?
Orai village is located in Basti Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orai?
Orai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Orai?
The pincode of Orai is 272124.
What is the population of Orai?
Orai has a total population of 726, including 388 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Orai?
There are 132 households in Orai.
What is the literacy rate in Orai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orai is 64.74%. Male literacy is 72.94% and female literacy is 55.33%.