Alkanhar - Aundhi, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Alkanhar is a village situated in the Aundhi tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 44 km from Manpur and around 144 km from Rajnandgaon. Aundhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alkanhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alkanhar is 441512. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.28 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Alkanhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alkanhar
According to the 2011 Census, Alkanhar village had a total population of 91 people, including 47 males and 44 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.37%, with male literacy at 63.89% and female literacy at 32.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 24 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Alkanhar
Alkanhar 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 Alkanhar
Alkanhar 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 NA |
| 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Alkanhar is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Alkanhar is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alkanhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alkanhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Alkanhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alkanhar 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 Alkanhar
Where is Alkanhar located?
Alkanhar village is located in Aundhi Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alkanhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Alkanhar is Aundhi.
What is the pincode of Alkanhar?
The pincode of Alkanhar is 491229.
What is the population of Alkanhar?
Alkanhar had a total population of 91, including 47 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Alkanhar?
Alkanhar had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alkanhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alkanhar was 47.37%. Male literacy was 63.89% and female literacy was 32.50%.