Olagolanda - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Olagolanda is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Nuagaon and around 92 km from Chatrapur. Bijaya Laxminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olagolanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olagolanda is 412965. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 761007 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Olagolanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olagolanda
According to the 2011 Census, Olagolanda village had a total population of 8 people, including 4 males and 4 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Olagolanda
Olagolanda 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 Olagolanda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Olagolanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Olagolanda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Olagolanda is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olagolanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olagolanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Olagolanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olagolanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Olagolanda
Where is Olagolanda located?
Olagolanda village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olagolanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Olagolanda is Bijaya Laxminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Olagolanda?
The pincode of Olagolanda is 761007.
What is the population of Olagolanda?
Olagolanda had a total population of 8, including 4 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Olagolanda?
Olagolanda had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olagolanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olagolanda was 66.67%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.