Orwalia Gosai - Pharenda, Mahrajganj
Orwalia Gosai is a village situated in the Pharenda tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pharenda and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Sonabandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orwalia Gosai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orwalia Gosai is 184213. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.42 hectares and falls under the 273155 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Orwalia Gosai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Orwalia Gosai
According to the 2011 Census, Orwalia Gosai village had a total population of 300 people, including 164 males and 136 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.90%, with male literacy at 89.26% and female literacy at 63.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 300 | 164 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 46 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 133 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 31 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Orwalia Gosai
Orwalia Gosai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Achal Garh | West | 0.95 km |
| Son Bandi | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Banjarha Sonbarsa | South | 1.12 km |
| Basdila | West | 1.45 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Mahav | North | 2.21 km |
| Gujraulia | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Mishrauliya | West | 2.75 km |
| Vishrampur | North | 2.97 km |
| Nainsar | South | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orwalia Gosai
Orwalia Gosai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bridgemanganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mahrajganj to Orwalia Gosai is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahrajganj to Orwalia Gosai is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orwalia Gosai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orwalia Gosai 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 Orwalia Gosai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orwalia Gosai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Orwalia Gosai
Where is Orwalia Gosai located?
Orwalia Gosai village is located in Pharenda Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orwalia Gosai?
The Gram Panchayat of Orwalia Gosai is Sonabandi.
What is the pincode of Orwalia Gosai?
The pincode of Orwalia Gosai is 273155.
What is the population of Orwalia Gosai?
Orwalia Gosai had a total population of 300, including 164 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Orwalia Gosai?
Orwalia Gosai had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orwalia Gosai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orwalia Gosai was 77.90%. Male literacy was 89.26% and female literacy was 63.56%.