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
According to the 2011 Census, Olar village had a total population of 554 people, including 284 males and 270 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 82.28% and female literacy at 70.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 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 had a total population of 554, including 284 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Olar?
Olar had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olar was 76.47%. Male literacy was 82.28% and female literacy was 70.29%.