Olihan - Astaranga, Puri
Olihan is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olihan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olihan is 409213. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Olihan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olihan
According to the 2011 Census, Olihan village had a total population of 492 people, including 235 males and 257 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.86%, with male literacy at 95.85% and female literacy at 74.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 492 | 235 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 208 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 27 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Olihan
Olihan 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 Olihan
Public transport in the Olihan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Olihan is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Olihan is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olihan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olihan 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 Olihan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olihan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Olihan
Where is Olihan located?
Olihan village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olihan?
The Gram Panchayat of Olihan is Alasahi.
What is the pincode of Olihan?
The pincode of Olihan is 752109.
What is the population of Olihan?
Olihan had a total population of 492, including 235 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Olihan?
Olihan had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olihan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olihan was 84.86%. Male literacy was 95.85% and female literacy was 74.57%.