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
As per Census 2011, Orwalia Gosai village has a total population of 300 people, consisting of 164 males and 136 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orwalia Gosai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 300 | 164 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 46 | 29 |
| 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 has a total population of 300, including 164 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Orwalia Gosai?
There are 40 households in Orwalia Gosai.
What is the literacy rate in Orwalia Gosai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orwalia Gosai is 69.33%. Male literacy is 81.10% and female literacy is 55.15%.