Olatapur
Olatapur is a Town and Tehsil in Cuttack District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Olatapur Block (CD) is 02966. The total area of Olatapur Tehsil is 40 km². Olatapur has a sex ratio of approximately 935 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Olatapur Tehsil
Olatapur Tehsil has a total of 22 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Olatapur Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adaspur | Adaspur | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 2 | Badabruti | Bagalpur | Cuttack (39 km) |
| 3 | Badakhalagan | Bagalpur | Cuttack (38 km) |
| 4 | Bagalpur | Bagalpur | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 5 | Baghua | Bagalpur | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 6 | Bairoi | Kantapara | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 7 | Barahipur | Adaspur | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 8 | Chheda | Kantapara | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 9 | Chitalpur | Bagalpur | Cuttack (37 km) |
| 10 | Deuli | Bagalpur | Cuttack (38 km) |
| 11 | Govindarampatna | Adaspur | Cuttack (25 km) |
| 12 | Guptamanika | Adaspur | Cuttack (38 km) |
| 13 | Kantapada | Kantapara | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 14 | Kuanarpur | Bagalpur | Cuttack (38 km) |
| 15 | Narua | Adaspur | Cuttack (30 km) |
| 16 | Olatpur | Kantapara | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 17 | Padhansahi | Bagalpur | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 18 | Saleibedapur 1 | Adaspur | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 19 | Saleibedapur Ii | Adaspur | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 20 | Saleibedapur Iii | Adaspur | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 21 | Sisua | Kantapara | Cuttack (35 km) |
| 22 | Sundargram | Bagalpur | Cuttack (35 km) |
Population of Olatapur Tehsil
The population profile of Olatapur Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Olatapur Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,543 | 25,543 | N/A |
| Male Population | 13,200 | 13,200 | N/A |
| Female Population | 12,343 | 12,343 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,569 | 2,569 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,371 | 1,371 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,198 | 1,198 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 19,967 | 19,967 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 10,955 | 10,955 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 9,012 | 9,012 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 5,576 | 5,576 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,245 | 2,245 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,331 | 3,331 | N/A |
| Total Households | 5,445 | 5,445 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 25,543 people. Includes nearly 13,200 males and 12,343 females. Rural population is about 25,543 people.
- There are around 2,569 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,371 boys and 1,198 girls.
- Literate population is about 19,967 people. Non-literate population is around 5,576 people.
- There are nearly 5,445 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Olatapur Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 6,302 | 6,302 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 3,215 | 3,215 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 3,087 | 3,087 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 352 | 352 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 167 | 167 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 185 | 185 | N/A |
| Population Density | 636 / km² | 636 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Olatapur Tehsil is approximately 6,302 people, including 3,215 males and 3,087 females. Around 6,302 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Olatapur Tehsil is about 352 people, including 167 males and 185 females. Around 352 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 636 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 636 people per sq. km.