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
According to the 2011 Census, Olak village had a total population of 2,469 people, including 1,263 males and 1,206 females, living in 429 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.28%, with male literacy at 87.02% and female literacy at 65.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 307.
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 | 2,469 | 1,263 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 177 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 154 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,469, including 1,263 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Olak?
Olak had 429 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olak was 76.28%. Male literacy was 87.02% and female literacy was 65.02%.