Olabali - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Olabali is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Trilochanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olabali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olabali is 423053. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Olabali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olabali
According to the 2011 Census, Olabali village had a total population of 28 people, including 17 males and 11 females. The village had 6 households and a sex ratio of 647 females per 1,000 males. The village had 6 children in the 0–6 age group. The village had 12 literate and 16 illiterate residents. Scheduled Tribes (ST) accounted for 28 people.
The table below presents population figures by category, with separate male and female counts.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Olabali
Olabali 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 Olabali
Olabali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Olabali is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Olabali is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olabali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olabali 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Olabali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olabali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Olabali
Where is Olabali located?
Olabali village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olabali?
The Gram Panchayat of Olabali is Trilochanpur.
What is the pincode of Olabali?
The pincode of Olabali is 766027.
What is the population of Olabali?
Olabali had a total population of 28, including 17 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Olabali?
Olabali had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olabali was 54.55%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 25.00%.