Olgara - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Olgara is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.6 km from Manbazar and around 63.7 km from Purulia. Kumari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olgara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olgara is 332285. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.87 hectares and falls under the 723202 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Olgara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Olgara
According to the 2011 Census, Olgara village had a total population of 73 people, including 35 males and 38 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.69%, with male literacy at 41.38% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 23 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Olgara
Olgara 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 Olgara
Olgara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Olgara is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Olgara is about 63.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olgara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olgara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Olgara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olgara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Olgara
Where is Olgara located?
Olgara village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Olgara?
The Gram Panchayat of Olgara is Kumari.
What is the pincode of Olgara?
The pincode of Olgara is 723202.
What is the population of Olgara?
Olgara had a total population of 73, including 35 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Olgara?
Olgara had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olgara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olgara was 29.69%. Male literacy was 41.38% and female literacy was 20.00%.