Olansa - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Olansa is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Baharana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olansa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olansa is 398393. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 754110 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Olansa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olansa
As per Census 2011, Olansa village has a total population of 714 people, consisting of 383 males and 331 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 529 literate and 185 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Olansa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 714 | 383 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 39 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 305 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 78 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Olansa
Olansa 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 Olansa
Olansa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Olansa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olansa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olansa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Olansa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olansa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Olansa
Where is Olansa located?
Olansa village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olansa?
The Gram Panchayat of Olansa is Baharana.
What is the pincode of Olansa?
The pincode of Olansa is 754110.
What is the population of Olansa?
Olansa has a total population of 714, including 383 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Olansa?
There are 158 households in Olansa.
What is the literacy rate in Olansa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olansa is 74.09%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 67.67%.