Olpad
Olpad is a village located in Olpad taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from district headquarter Olpad. Olpad is the sub-district headquarter of Olpad village. As per 2009 stats, Olpad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Olpad unique in its vibrant Olpad-Surat region. You’ll see Olpad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Olpad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Olpad is 523737. The village spans a total geographical area of 1501 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394540. Surat is nearest town to Olpad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Olpad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Olpad
Population of Olpad
According to the 2011 Census, Olpad has a total population of about 15,898, with approximately 8,347 males and 7,551 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,034 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 532 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,141. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.64%, with male literacy at about 76.27% and female literacy near 66.53%. There are around 3,365 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Olpad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,898 | 8,347 | 7,551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,034 | 1,024 | 1,010 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 274 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,141 | 1,059 | 1,082 |
| Literate Population | 11,390 | 6,366 | 5,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,508 | 1,981 | 2,527 |
Connectivity of Olpad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Olpad. As per the 2011 stats, Olpad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Olpad
Knowing the nearby villages of Olpad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Olpad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Olpad
- Where is Olpad located?
- Olpad village is situated in Olpad Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Olpad?
- Olpad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Olpad?
- The pincode of Olpad is 394540, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Olpad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Olpad is 15,898, with 8,347 males and 7,551 females.
- How many households are there in Olpad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Olpad village has a total of 3,365 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Olpad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Olpad is 71.64%. The male literacy rate is 76.27%, while the female literacy rate is 66.53%.