Oliya Gaon - Ranikhet, Almora
Oliya Gaon is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Harde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oliya Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oliya Gaon is 052562. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.28 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Oliya Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Oliya Gaon
As per Census 2011, Oliya Gaon village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 92 males and 127 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,380 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Oliya Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 92 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 63 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 29 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Oliya Gaon
Oliya Gaon 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 Oliya Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Oliya Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Oliya Gaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oliya Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oliya Gaon 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 Oliya Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oliya Gaon 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 Oliya Gaon
Where is Oliya Gaon located?
Oliya Gaon village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oliya Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Oliya Gaon is Harde.
What is the pincode of Oliya Gaon?
The pincode of Oliya Gaon is 263645.
What is the population of Oliya Gaon?
Oliya Gaon has a total population of 219, including 92 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Oliya Gaon?
There are 46 households in Oliya Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Oliya Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oliya Gaon is 61.64%. Male literacy is 68.48% and female literacy is 56.69%.