Olas - Bhapur, Nayagarh
Olas is a village situated in the Bhapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Fategarh and around 26 km from Nayagarh . Baghuapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olas is 406220. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 752063 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Olas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olas
According to the 2011 Census, Olas village had a total population of 966 people, including 511 males and 455 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.69%, with male literacy at 93.32% and female literacy at 74.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 966 | 511 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 433 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 78 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Olas
Olas 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 Olas
Olas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandapada to Olas is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Olas is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Olas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Olas
Where is Olas located?
Olas village is located in Bhapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Olas?
The Gram Panchayat of Olas is Baghuapalli.
What is the pincode of Olas?
The pincode of Olas is 752063.
What is the population of Olas?
Olas had a total population of 966, including 511 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Olas?
Olas had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olas was 84.69%. Male literacy was 93.32% and female literacy was 74.94%.