Orarae - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Orarae is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Orarae village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orarae is 203553. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.66 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Orarae village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orarae
As per Census 2011, Orarae village has a total population of 2,514 people, consisting of 1,229 males and 1,285 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,322 literate and 1,192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orarae are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,514 | 1,229 | 1,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 235 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,322 | 780 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 449 | 743 |
Nearby Villages of Orarae
Orarae 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shankar Pur | East | 0.95 km |
| Vithria | North | 1.44 km |
| Sonhara | West | 1.47 km |
| Kesrua | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Gobar Jota | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Sedhuwari | West | 1.81 km |
| Jamsara | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Kothiya | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Gogwal(gomwakh) | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Kudanpur | North | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orarae
Orarae is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dullahapur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Orarae is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orarae
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orarae 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 Orarae
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orarae 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Orarae
Where is Orarae located?
Orarae village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orarae?
Orarae is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Orarae?
The pincode of Orarae is 275202.
What is the population of Orarae?
Orarae has a total population of 2,514, including 1,229 males and 1,285 females.
How many households are there in Orarae?
There are 342 households in Orarae.
What is the literacy rate in Orarae?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orarae is 52.59%. Male literacy is 63.47% and female literacy is 42.18%.