Alampar - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Alampar is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Alampar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alampar is 516184. The village covers a total geographical area of 1540.21 hectares and falls under the 364320 pincode. Umrala is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Alampar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alampar
As per Census 2011, Alampar village has a total population of 1,821 people, consisting of 977 males and 844 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,180 literate and 641 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alampar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,821 | 977 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 115 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,180 | 672 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 305 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Alampar
Alampar 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 Alampar
Alampar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Alampar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umrala to Alampar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Alampar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alampar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alampar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Alampar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alampar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Alampar
Where is Alampar located?
Alampar village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alampar?
Alampar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alampar?
The pincode of Alampar is 364320.
What is the population of Alampar?
Alampar has a total population of 1,821, including 977 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Alampar?
There are 350 households in Alampar.
What is the literacy rate in Alampar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alampar is 64.80%. Male literacy is 68.78% and female literacy is 60.19%.