Alnar - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Alnar is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Aalnar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alnar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alnar is 450162. The village covers a total geographical area of 951.05 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Alnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alnar
As per Census 2011, Alnar village has a total population of 900 people, consisting of 447 males and 453 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 650 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 | 447 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 102 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 650 | 318 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 161 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 286 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Alnar
Alnar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kundenar | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Siyanar | East | 3.11 km |
| Surokhi | North | 3.34 km |
| Badesurokhi | North | 3.35 km |
| Faraspal | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Masodi | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Rewnar | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Samlur | East | 3.93 km |
| Binjam | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Midkulnar | South | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alnar
Alnar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dantewara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Alnar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Alnar is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alnar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Alnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alnar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Alnar
Where is Alnar located?
Alnar village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Alnar is Aalnar.
What is the pincode of Alnar?
The pincode of Alnar is 494449.
What is the population of Alnar?
Alnar has a total population of 900, including 447 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Alnar?
There are 213 households in Alnar.
What is the literacy rate in Alnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alnar is 28.00%. Male literacy is 36.02% and female literacy is 20.09%.