Oldia - Salipur, Cuttack
Oldia is a village situated in the Salipur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Salepur and around 42 km from Cuttack. Bhimdaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oldia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oldia is 399639. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 754221 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Oldia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oldia
As per Census 2011, Oldia village has a total population of 773 people, consisting of 401 males and 372 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 592 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Oldia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 773 | 401 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 113 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 328 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 73 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Oldia
Oldia 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 Oldia
Oldia 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 5-10 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 Kendrapara to Oldia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Oldia is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oldia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oldia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Oldia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oldia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Oldia
Where is Oldia located?
Oldia village is located in Salipur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oldia?
The Gram Panchayat of Oldia is Bhimdaspur.
What is the pincode of Oldia?
The pincode of Oldia is 754221.
What is the population of Oldia?
Oldia has a total population of 773, including 401 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Oldia?
There are 187 households in Oldia.
What is the literacy rate in Oldia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oldia is 76.58%. Male literacy is 81.80% and female literacy is 70.97%.