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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Oliya Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Oliya Gaon village had a total population of 219 people, including 92 males and 127 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,380 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.19%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 66.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 219 | 92 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 219, including 92 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Oliya Gaon?
Oliya Gaon had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oliya Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oliya Gaon was 72.19%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 66.06%.