Oligaon
Oligaon is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Oli Gaon is the gram panchayat of Oligaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Oligaon unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Oligaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Oligaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Oligaon is 050106. The village spans a total geographical area of 125.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Oligaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 63km away.
When it comes to local governance, Oligaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Oligaon
Population of Oligaon
According to the 2011 Census, Oligaon has a total population of about 298, with approximately 156 males and 142 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 202 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.42%, with male literacy at about 69.23% and female literacy near 57.04%. There are around 63 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Oligaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 298 | 156 | 142 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 38 | 14 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 104 | 98 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 189 | 108 | 81 |
Illiterate Population | 109 | 48 | 61 |
Connectivity of Oligaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Oligaon. As per the 2011 stats, Oligaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Oligaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Oligaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Oligaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Oligaon
- Where is Oligaon located?
- Oligaon village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Oligaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Oligaon is Oli Gaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Oligaon?
- The pincode of Oligaon is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Oligaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Oligaon is 298, with 156 males and 142 females.
- How many households are there in Oligaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Oligaon village has a total of 63 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Oligaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Oligaon is 63.42%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 57.04%.