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
As per Census 2011, Ogalpur village has a total population of 674 people, consisting of 351 males and 323 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ogalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 674 | 351 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| 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 has a total population of 674, including 351 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Ogalpur?
There are 149 households in Ogalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ogalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ogalpur is 70.92%. Male literacy is 79.20% and female literacy is 61.92%.