Oel - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Oel is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nakrana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oel is 019591. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.29 hectares and falls under the 174310 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Oel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oel
According to the 2011 Census, Oel village had a total population of 317 people, including 171 males and 146 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.30%, with male literacy at 85.03% and female literacy at 58.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 317 | 171 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 125 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 46 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Oel
Oel 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 Oel
Oel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Oel is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Oel is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Oel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Oel
Where is Oel located?
Oel village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Oel?
The Gram Panchayat of Oel is Nakrana.
What is the pincode of Oel?
The pincode of Oel is 174310.
What is the population of Oel?
Oel had a total population of 317, including 171 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Oel?
Oel had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oel was 72.30%. Male literacy was 85.03% and female literacy was 58.02%.