Ogalpur - Begunia, Khordha
Ogalpur is a village situated in the Begunia tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Begunia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Deuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ogalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ogalpur is 407284. The village covers a total geographical area of 333 hectares and falls under the 752062 pincode. Khordha is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Ogalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ogalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ogalpur village had a total population of 674 people, including 351 males and 323 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.72%, with male literacy at 86.88% and female literacy at 67.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 674 | 351 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 278 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 73 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Ogalpur
Ogalpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Aranga | South | 1.37 km |
| Kurum | North | 1.42 km |
| Badabarabati | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Baladhadi | West | 2.32 km |
| Kalikaprasad | East | 2.52 km |
| Nimeipur | South | 2.69 km |
| Chhiam | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Krushnanagar | South | 2.92 km |
| Olasingha | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Nidhipur | South-West | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ogalpur
Ogalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Golabai, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.8 km.
| 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 Khordha to Ogalpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Ogalpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ogalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ogalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ogalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ogalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ogalpur
Where is Ogalpur located?
Ogalpur village is located in Begunia Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ogalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ogalpur is Deuli.
What is the pincode of Ogalpur?
The pincode of Ogalpur is 752062.
What is the population of Ogalpur?
Ogalpur had a total population of 674, including 351 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Ogalpur?
Ogalpur had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ogalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ogalpur was 77.72%. Male literacy was 86.88% and female literacy was 67.80%.