Orgaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Orgaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jakh Dhaulait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orgaon is 049222. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.19 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Orgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Orgaon village had a total population of 165 people, including 79 males and 86 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.85%, with male literacy at 98.41% and female literacy at 70.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
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 | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 79 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 17 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Orgaon
Orgaon 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 Orgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Orgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Didihat to Orgaon is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Orgaon is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Orgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Orgaon
Where is Orgaon located?
Orgaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Orgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Orgaon is Jakh Dhaulait.
What is the pincode of Orgaon?
The pincode of Orgaon is 262551.
What is the population of Orgaon?
Orgaon had a total population of 165, including 79 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Orgaon?
Orgaon had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orgaon was 83.85%. Male literacy was 98.41% and female literacy was 70.15%.