Olavakkadu - Yercaud, Salem
Olavakkadu is a village situated in the Yercaud taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yercaud and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Semmanatham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olavakkadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olavakkadu is 634098. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.16 hectares and falls under the 636602 pincode. Salem is the nearest town.
Olavakkadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yercaud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olavakkadu
According to the 2011 Census, Olavakkadu village had a total population of 124 people, including 61 males and 63 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.94%, with male literacy at 44.64% and female literacy at 29.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 36 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Olavakkadu
Olavakkadu 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 Olavakkadu
Olavakkadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Salem to Olavakkadu is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olavakkadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olavakkadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Olavakkadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olavakkadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Olavakkadu
Where is Olavakkadu located?
Olavakkadu village is located in Yercaud Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olavakkadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Olavakkadu is Semmanatham.
What is the pincode of Olavakkadu?
The pincode of Olavakkadu is 636602.
What is the population of Olavakkadu?
Olavakkadu had a total population of 124, including 61 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Olavakkadu?
Olavakkadu had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olavakkadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olavakkadu was 36.94%. Male literacy was 44.64% and female literacy was 29.09%.