Olia - Guthani, Siwan
Olia is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Belaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olia is 232186. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Olia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Olia
According to the 2011 Census, Olia village had a total population of 388 people, including 196 males and 192 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.39%, with male literacy at 84.80% and female literacy at 55.00%.
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 | 388 | 196 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 145 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 51 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Olia
Olia 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 Olia
Olia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Olia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mairwa to Olia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Olia is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Olia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Olia
Where is Olia located?
Olia village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Olia?
The Gram Panchayat of Olia is Belaur.
What is the pincode of Olia?
The pincode of Olia is 841239.
What is the population of Olia?
Olia had a total population of 388, including 196 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Olia?
Olia had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olia was 70.39%. Male literacy was 84.80% and female literacy was 55.00%.