Olanda - Mohana, Gajapati
Olanda is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 107 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Sikulipadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olanda is 413844. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 761206 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Olanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olanda
According to the 2011 Census, Olanda village had a total population of 155 people, including 79 males and 76 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.07%, with male literacy at 49.02% and female literacy at 13.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 25 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 54 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Olanda
Olanda 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 Olanda
Public transport in the Olanda 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 Digapahandi to Olanda is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Olanda is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olanda 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 Olanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Olanda
Where is Olanda located?
Olanda village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Olanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Olanda is Sikulipadara.
What is the pincode of Olanda?
The pincode of Olanda is 761206.
What is the population of Olanda?
Olanda had a total population of 155, including 79 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Olanda?
Olanda had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olanda was 31.07%. Male literacy was 49.02% and female literacy was 13.46%.