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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Olek
According to the 2011 Census, Olek village had a total population of 129 people, including 52 males and 77 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,481 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.49%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 47.06%.
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 | 129 | 52 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 129, including 52 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Olek?
Olek had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olek?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olek was 65.49%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 47.06%.