Oligaon - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Oligaon is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Oli Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oligaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oligaon is 050106. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.68 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Oligaon 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Oligaon
According to the 2011 Census, Oligaon village had a total population of 298 people, including 156 males and 142 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.83%, with male literacy at 91.53% and female literacy at 63.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 202.
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 | 298 | 156 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 38 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 104 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 108 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 48 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Oligaon
Oligaon 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 Oligaon
Public transport in the Oligaon is mainly available through shared van 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 Pithoragarh to Oligaon is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oligaon 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 Oligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oligaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Oligaon
Where is Oligaon located?
Oligaon village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Oligaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Oligaon is Oli Gaon.
What is the pincode of Oligaon?
The pincode of Oligaon is 262522.
What is the population of Oligaon?
Oligaon had a total population of 298, including 156 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Oligaon?
Oligaon had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Oligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oligaon was 76.83%. Male literacy was 91.53% and female literacy was 63.28%.