Olaver - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Olaver is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Olaver village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olaver is 395656. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 754227 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Olaver village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olaver
According to the 2011 Census, Olaver village had a total population of 1,708 people, including 804 males and 904 females, living in 355 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.99%, with male literacy at 95.95% and female literacy at 84.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321.
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 | 1,708 | 804 | 904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 150 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 687 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 117 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Olaver
Olaver 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 Olaver
Olaver is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pattamundai to Olaver is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Olaver is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olaver
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olaver village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Olaver
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olaver 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Olaver
Where is Olaver located?
Olaver village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olaver?
Olaver is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Olaver?
The pincode of Olaver is 754227.
What is the population of Olaver?
Olaver had a total population of 1,708, including 804 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Olaver?
Olaver had 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olaver?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olaver was 89.99%. Male literacy was 95.95% and female literacy was 84.81%.