Olamara - Nimapada, Puri
Olamara is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Gop and around 24 km from Puri. Bamanala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olamara is 409364. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 752121 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Olamara 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 Olamara
According to the 2011 Census, Olamara village had a total population of 598 people, including 307 males and 291 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.56%, with male literacy at 96.74% and female literacy at 86.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 598 | 307 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 267 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 40 | 59 |
Transport and Connectivity of Olamara
Olamara 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 5-10 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 Nimapada to Olamara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Olamara is about 24 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 Olamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olamara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Olamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olamara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Olamara
Where is Olamara located?
Olamara village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Olamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Olamara is Bamanala.
What is the pincode of Olamara?
The pincode of Olamara is 752121.
What is the population of Olamara?
Olamara had a total population of 598, including 307 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Olamara?
Olamara had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olamara was 91.56%. Male literacy was 96.74% and female literacy was 86.25%.