Olar - Darpan, Jajpur
Olar is a village situated in the Darpan tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Badachana and around 63 km from Jajapur . Bandalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olar is 401739. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 754024 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Olar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barchana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olar
As per Census 2011, Olar village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 284 males and 270 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 377 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Olar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 284 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 52 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 26 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 209 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 75 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Olar
Olar 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 Olar
Olar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Olar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Olar is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Olar is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olar 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 Olar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Olar
Where is Olar located?
Olar village is located in Darpan Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olar?
The Gram Panchayat of Olar is Bandalo.
What is the pincode of Olar?
The pincode of Olar is 754024.
What is the population of Olar?
Olar has a total population of 554, including 284 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Olar?
There are 138 households in Olar.
What is the literacy rate in Olar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olar is 68.05%. Male literacy is 73.59% and female literacy is 62.22%.