Olamogru - Puttur, Dakshina Kannada
Olamogru is a village situated in the Puttur taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puttur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Volamogaru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olamogru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olamogru is 617740. The village covers a total geographical area of 1549.58 hectares and falls under the 574210 pincode. Puttur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Olamogru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puttur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olamogru
As per Census 2011, Olamogru village has a total population of 5,845 people, consisting of 2,859 males and 2,986 females. The village has 1,174 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 612 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,387 literate and 1,458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 744 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 770 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Olamogru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,845 | 2,859 | 2,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 612 | 304 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 744 | 381 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 770 | 356 | 414 |
| Literate Population | 4,387 | 2,308 | 2,079 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,458 | 551 | 907 |
Nearby Villages of Olamogru
Olamogru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ariyadka | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Aryapu (rural) | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Kuriya | North | 3.74 km |
| Bettampady | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Kedambady | East | 4.59 km |
| Nidpalli | South-West | 5.15 km |
| Badagannur | South | 5.38 km |
| Irde | West | 5.43 km |
| Kemminje (rural) | North | 5.93 km |
| Balnadu (rural) | North-West | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Olamogru
Olamogru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kabakaputtur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puttur to Olamogru is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Olamogru is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olamogru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olamogru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Olamogru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olamogru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Olamogru
Where is Olamogru located?
Olamogru village is located in Puttur Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olamogru?
The Gram Panchayat of Olamogru is Volamogaru.
What is the pincode of Olamogru?
The pincode of Olamogru is 574210.
What is the population of Olamogru?
Olamogru has a total population of 5,845, including 2,859 males and 2,986 females.
How many households are there in Olamogru?
There are 1,174 households in Olamogru.
What is the literacy rate in Olamogru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olamogru is 75.06%. Male literacy is 80.73% and female literacy is 69.62%.