Olek - Sult, Almora
Olek is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pokhari Talli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olek village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olek is 052174. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.88 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Olek village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Olek
As per Census 2011, Olek village has a total population of 129 people, consisting of 52 males and 77 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,480 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 55 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Olek are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 129 | 52 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 10 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Olek
Olek 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 Olek
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Olek.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ramnagar to Olek is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Olek is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olek
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olek village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Olek
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olek 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Olek
Where is Olek located?
Olek village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olek?
The Gram Panchayat of Olek is Pokhari Talli.
What is the pincode of Olek?
The pincode of Olek is 263676.
What is the population of Olek?
Olek has a total population of 129, including 52 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Olek?
There are 29 households in Olek.
What is the literacy rate in Olek?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olek is 57.36%. Male literacy is 80.77% and female literacy is 41.56%.