Ogala - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Ogala is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Ogala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ogala is 049233. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.08 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ogala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ogala
According to the 2011 Census, Ogala village had a total population of 615 people, including 318 males and 297 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.17%, with male literacy at 92.91% and female literacy at 65.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 615 | 318 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 249 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 69 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Ogala
Ogala 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 Ogala
Ogala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Didihat to Ogala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ogala is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ogala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ogala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ogala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ogala 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ogala
Where is Ogala located?
Ogala village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ogala?
Ogala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ogala?
The pincode of Ogala is 262543.
What is the population of Ogala?
Ogala had a total population of 615, including 318 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Ogala?
Ogala had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ogala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ogala was 79.17%. Male literacy was 92.91% and female literacy was 65.28%.