Oula - Churah, Chamba
Oula is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Chamba. Seikothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oula is 006868. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Oula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oula
According to the 2011 Census, Oula village had a total population of 569 people, including 285 males and 284 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.88%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 49.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123.
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 | 569 | 285 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 196 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 89 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Oula
Oula 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 Oula
Oula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Oula is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oula 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Oula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oula 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 Oula
Where is Oula located?
Oula village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Oula?
The Gram Panchayat of Oula is Seikothi.
What is the pincode of Oula?
The pincode of Oula is 176316.
What is the population of Oula?
Oula had a total population of 569, including 285 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Oula?
Oula had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oula was 64.88%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 49.37%.