Oliha - Khaira, Balasore
Oliha is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Similia and around 81 km from Baleshwar. Badajaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oliha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oliha is 394108. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Oliha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oliha
According to the 2011 Census, Oliha village had a total population of 272 people, including 128 males and 144 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.11%, with male literacy at 87.27% and female literacy at 69.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 272 | 128 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 37 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 32 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Oliha
Oliha 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 Oliha
Oliha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhadrak to Oliha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Oliha is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oliha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oliha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Oliha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oliha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Oliha
Where is Oliha located?
Oliha village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oliha?
The Gram Panchayat of Oliha is Badajaypur.
What is the pincode of Oliha?
The pincode of Oliha is 756134.
What is the population of Oliha?
Oliha had a total population of 272, including 128 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Oliha?
Oliha had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oliha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oliha was 78.11%. Male literacy was 87.27% and female literacy was 69.92%.