Olak - Lakhtar, Surendranagar
Olak is a village situated in the Lakhtar taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhtar and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Olak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olak is 512183. The village covers a total geographical area of 3077.65 hectares and falls under the 363115 pincode. Wadhwan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Olak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olak
As per Census 2011, Olak village has a total population of 2,469 people, consisting of 1,263 males and 1,206 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,618 literate and 851 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Olak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,469 | 1,263 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 177 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 154 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 1,618 | 945 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 851 | 318 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Olak
Olak 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 Olak
Olak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Olak has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wadhwan to Olak is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Olak is about 34 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 Olak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Olak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Olak
Where is Olak located?
Olak village is located in Lakhtar Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olak?
Olak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Olak?
The pincode of Olak is 363115.
What is the population of Olak?
Olak has a total population of 2,469, including 1,263 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Olak?
There are 429 households in Olak.
What is the literacy rate in Olak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olak is 65.53%. Male literacy is 74.82% and female literacy is 55.80%.