Alpa - Haspura, Aurangabad
Alpa is a village situated in the Haspura subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haspura and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Koilwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alpa is 252797. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 824115 pincode. Daudnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Alpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alpa
According to the 2011 Census, Alpa village had a total population of 1,871 people, including 1,001 males and 870 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.58%, with male literacy at 77.94% and female literacy at 53.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 336.
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 | 1,871 | 1,001 | 870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 203 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 172 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 622 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 379 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Alpa
Alpa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonhathu | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Jhinguri | East | 1.62 km |
| Surat Bigha | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Chanhat | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Khudwan | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Siwan | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Kaithi | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Bharthipur | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Koilawan | North | 3.19 km |
| Kalen | South | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alpa
Public transport in the Alpa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jakhim, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daudnagar to Alpa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Alpa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Alpa
Where is Alpa located?
Alpa village is located in Haspura Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Alpa is Koilwan.
What is the pincode of Alpa?
The pincode of Alpa is 824115.
What is the population of Alpa?
Alpa had a total population of 1,871, including 1,001 males and 870 females.
How many households are there in Alpa?
Alpa had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alpa was 66.58%. Male literacy was 77.94% and female literacy was 53.86%.