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
As per Census 2011, Olya village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 99 males and 103 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Olya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 202, including 99 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Olya?
There are 40 households in Olya.
What is the literacy rate in Olya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olya is 69.80%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 62.14%.