Aalor Village - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Aalor is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Aalor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aalor is 448235. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.96 hectares and falls under the 494771 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Aalor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aalor
As per Census 2011, Aalor village has a total population of 790 people, consisting of 385 males and 405 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 458 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aalor are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 790 | 385 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 64 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 458 | 221 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 246 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 139 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Aalor
Aalor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sharda Nagar | North | 1.58 km |
| Vishrampur | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Devpur | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Prem Nagar | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Chhotekapsi | South | 2.93 km |
| Vivekanand Nagar | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Kamalpur | West | 3.12 km |
| Khairkatta | North | 3.25 km |
| Pitobhodiya | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Pachangi | North-East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aalor
Aalor is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pakhanjur to Aalor is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Aalor is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aalor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aalor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aalor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aalor 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 Aalor
Where is Aalor located?
Aalor village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aalor?
Aalor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aalor?
The pincode of Aalor is 494771.
What is the population of Aalor?
Aalor has a total population of 790, including 385 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Aalor?
There are 147 households in Aalor.
What is the literacy rate in Aalor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aalor is 55.32%. Male literacy is 63.90% and female literacy is 47.16%.