Olikana - Nimapada, Puri
Olikana is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olikana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olikana is 408933. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Olikana 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 Olikana
As per Census 2011, Olikana village has a total population of 604 people, consisting of 304 males and 300 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Olikana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 304 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 272 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 32 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Olikana
Olikana 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 Olikana
Olikana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Olikana is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Olikana 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 Olikana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olikana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Olikana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olikana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Olikana
Where is Olikana located?
Olikana village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Olikana is Sagada.
What is the pincode of Olikana?
The pincode of Olikana is 752114.
What is the population of Olikana?
Olikana has a total population of 604, including 304 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Olikana?
There are 130 households in Olikana.
What is the literacy rate in Olikana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olikana is 84.44%. Male literacy is 89.47% and female literacy is 79.33%.