Olya - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Olya is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Olya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olya is 040545. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.33 hectares and falls under the 249151 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Olya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olya
According to the 2011 Census, Olya village had a total population of 202 people, including 99 males and 103 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.46%, with male literacy at 96.25% and female literacy at 70.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Olya
Olya 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 Olya
Olya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Uttarkashi to Olya is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Olya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Olya
Where is Olya located?
Olya village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olya?
Olya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Olya?
The pincode of Olya is 249151.
What is the population of Olya?
Olya had a total population of 202, including 99 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Olya?
Olya had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olya was 82.46%. Male literacy was 96.25% and female literacy was 70.33%.