Olda - Hukumpeta, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Olda is a village situated in the Hukumpeta mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Hukumpeta and around 194 km from Visakhapatnam. Olda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olda is 584510. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Olda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Olda
According to the 2011 Census, Olda village had a total population of 291 people, including 133 males and 158 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.91%, with male literacy at 59.50% and female literacy at 29.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 290.
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 | 291 | 133 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 132 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 72 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 61 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Olda
Olda 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 Olda
Olda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Olda is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Olda is about 194 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Olda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Olda
Where is Olda located?
Olda village is located in Hukumpeta Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olda?
Olda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Olda?
The pincode of Olda is 531077.
What is the population of Olda?
Olda had a total population of 291, including 133 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Olda?
Olda had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olda was 42.91%. Male literacy was 59.50% and female literacy was 29.25%.