Ola - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Ola is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Ola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ola is 086378. The village covers a total geographical area of 1860.13 hectares and falls under the 345026 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 80 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 Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ola
As per Census 2011, Ola village has a total population of 1,530 people, consisting of 856 males and 674 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 787 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 682 literate and 848 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,530 | 856 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 174 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 471 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 848 | 385 | 463 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mansar | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Olecha | West | 4.05 km |
| Maloosar | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Ratkuriya | South | 4.46 km |
| Shekhe Ka Gaon | South-West | 4.50 km |
| Arang | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Ranakdeo | West | 5.38 km |
| Bahla Basti | North | 5.46 km |
| Chochra | South-West | 5.84 km |
| Dewalpura | East | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ola
Public transport in the Ola is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Odhaniya Chacha, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Ola is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Ola is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ola
Where is Ola located?
Ola village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ola?
Ola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ola?
The pincode of Ola is 345026.
What is the population of Ola?
Ola has a total population of 1,530, including 856 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Ola?
There are 254 households in Ola.
What is the literacy rate in Ola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ola is 44.58%. Male literacy is 55.02% and female literacy is 31.31%.