Oltari - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Oltari is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Oltari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oltari is 049498. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.28 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Oltari 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 Oltari
According to the 2011 Census, Oltari village had a total population of 369 people, including 189 males and 180 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.19%, with male literacy at 88.07% and female literacy at 65.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 369 | 189 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 109 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 155 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 34 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Oltari
Oltari 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 Oltari
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Oltari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Oltari is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Oltari is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oltari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oltari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Oltari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oltari 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 Oltari
Where is Oltari located?
Oltari village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Oltari?
Oltari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Oltari?
The pincode of Oltari is 262543.
What is the population of Oltari?
Oltari had a total population of 369, including 189 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Oltari?
Oltari had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oltari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oltari was 77.19%. Male literacy was 88.07% and female literacy was 65.66%.