Olapur - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Olapur is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Olapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olapur is 239034. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Olapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olapur
As per Census 2011, Olapur village has a total population of 1,306 people, consisting of 737 males and 569 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 772 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 544 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Olapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,306 | 737 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 154 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 150 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 352 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 385 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Olapur
Olapur 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 Olapur
Olapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Olapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Olapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Olapur is about 55 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 Olapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Olapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Olapur
Where is Olapur located?
Olapur village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olapur?
Olapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Olapur?
The pincode of Olapur is 813209.
What is the population of Olapur?
Olapur has a total population of 1,306, including 737 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Olapur?
There are 247 households in Olapur.
What is the literacy rate in Olapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olapur is 41.65%. Male literacy is 47.76% and female literacy is 33.74%.