Olasa - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Olasa is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Apandara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olasa is 398270. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Olasa 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 Olasa
According to the 2011 Census, Olasa village had a total population of 231 people, including 111 males and 120 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.83%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 68.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 231 | 111 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 90 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 21 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Olasa
Olasa 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 Olasa
Olasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Olasa 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 Olasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Olasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olasa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Olasa
Where is Olasa located?
Olasa village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Olasa is Apandara.
What is the pincode of Olasa?
The pincode of Olasa is 754108.
What is the population of Olasa?
Olasa had a total population of 231, including 111 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Olasa?
Olasa had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olasa was 77.83%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 68.18%.