Alorna - Pernem, North Goa
Alorna is a village situated in the Pernem taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pernem and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Alorna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alorna is 626649. The village covers a total geographical area of 2185.54 hectares and falls under the 403503 pincode.
Alorna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pernem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alorna
As per Census 2011, Alorna village has a total population of 2,651 people, consisting of 1,351 males and 1,300 females. The village has 600 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,103 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alorna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,651 | 1,351 | 1,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 125 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 73 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,103 | 1,137 | 966 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 214 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Alorna
Alorna 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 Alorna
Alorna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Alorna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Panaji to Alorna is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alorna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alorna 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 Alorna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alorna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alorna
Where is Alorna located?
Alorna village is located in Pernem Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alorna?
Alorna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alorna?
The pincode of Alorna is 403503.
What is the population of Alorna?
Alorna has a total population of 2,651, including 1,351 males and 1,300 females.
How many households are there in Alorna?
There are 600 households in Alorna.
What is the literacy rate in Alorna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alorna is 79.33%. Male literacy is 84.16% and female literacy is 74.31%.