Oladanga - Nilagiri, Balasore
Oladanga is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Nilagiri and around 20 km from Baleshwar. Dakhin Narasinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oladanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oladanga is 393172. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 756040 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Oladanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oladanga
According to the 2011 Census, Oladanga village had a total population of 535 people, including 280 males and 255 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.57%, with male literacy at 93.98% and female literacy at 86.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 535 | 280 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 234 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 46 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Oladanga
Oladanga 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 Oladanga
Oladanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Oladanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nilagiri to Oladanga is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Oladanga is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oladanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oladanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Oladanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oladanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Oladanga
Where is Oladanga located?
Oladanga village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Oladanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Oladanga is Dakhin Narasinghpur.
What is the pincode of Oladanga?
The pincode of Oladanga is 756040.
What is the population of Oladanga?
Oladanga had a total population of 535, including 280 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Oladanga?
Oladanga had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oladanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oladanga was 90.57%. Male literacy was 93.98% and female literacy was 86.84%.