Olidihi - Jamda, Mayurbhanj
Olidihi is a village situated in the Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamda and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Jarkani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olidihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olidihi is 387580. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 757045 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Olidihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olidihi
According to the 2011 Census, Olidihi village had a total population of 153 people, including 73 males and 80 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.04%, with male literacy at 77.42% and female literacy at 34.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 70 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 48 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 25 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Olidihi
Olidihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barudihi | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Dighi | South | 1.21 km |
| Pitidhiri | West | 1.99 km |
| Badakuleibira | East | 2.10 km |
| Bamod | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Gohira | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Jarkani | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Natuar | North | 2.93 km |
| Guduta | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Bitadihi | North-East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Olidihi
Olidihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhanva, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 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 Rairangpur to Olidihi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Olidihi is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olidihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olidihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Olidihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olidihi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Olidihi
Where is Olidihi located?
Olidihi village is located in Jamda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Olidihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Olidihi is Jarkani.
What is the pincode of Olidihi?
The pincode of Olidihi is 757045.
What is the population of Olidihi?
Olidihi had a total population of 153, including 73 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Olidihi?
Olidihi had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olidihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olidihi was 55.04%. Male literacy was 77.42% and female literacy was 34.33%.