Ola - Nimapada, Puri
Ola is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Salanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ola is 409038. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 752121 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ola
As per Census 2011, Ola village has a total population of 1,018 people, consisting of 520 males and 498 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 850 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,018 | 520 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 63 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 461 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 59 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Ola
Ola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ninigan Khandahata | North-West | 0.95 km |
| Tihula | South | 0.99 km |
| Botei | West | 1.04 km |
| Antuara | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Badagan | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Nahantara | North | 1.84 km |
| Patigram | South | 2.02 km |
| Paikasahi | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Amaranga | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Kuansa | North | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ola
Ola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nimapada to Ola is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ola is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ola 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 Ola
Where is Ola located?
Ola village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ola?
The Gram Panchayat of Ola is Salanga.
What is the pincode of Ola?
The pincode of Ola is 752121.
What is the population of Ola?
Ola has a total population of 1,018, including 520 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Ola?
There are 236 households in Ola.
What is the literacy rate in Ola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ola is 83.50%. Male literacy is 88.65% and female literacy is 78.11%.