Olya
Olya is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Olya village is also a gram panchayat.
Olya has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Olya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Olya is 040545. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249152. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Olya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Olya 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 Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Olya
Below is a concise population overview of Olya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Olya village:
- The total population of Olya village is around 202, including approximately 99 males and 103 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Olya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Olya village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Olya village is about 69.80%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 62.14%.
- There are around 40 households in Olya village.
Connectivity of Olya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Olya. As per the 2011 stats, Olya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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 Olya
Knowing the nearby villages of Olya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Olya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Olya
- Where is Olya located?
- Olya village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Olya?
- Olya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Olya?
- The pincode of Olya is 249152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Olya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Olya is 202, with 99 males and 103 females.
- How many households are there in Olya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Olya village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Olya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Olya is 69.80%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 62.14%.