Alampura - Dasada, Surendranagar
Alampura is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Alampura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alampura is 512097. The village covers a total geographical area of 734.06 hectares and falls under the 363750 pincode. Becharaji is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Alampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alampura
According to the 2011 Census, Alampura village had a total population of 917 people, including 475 males and 442 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.39%, with male literacy at 87.12% and female literacy at 62.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 917 | 475 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 372 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 103 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Alampura
Alampura 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 Alampura
Alampura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Becharaji to Alampura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Alampura is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alampura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Alampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alampura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Alampura
Where is Alampura located?
Alampura village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alampura?
Alampura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alampura?
The pincode of Alampura is 363750.
What is the population of Alampura?
Alampura had a total population of 917, including 475 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Alampura?
Alampura had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alampura was 75.39%. Male literacy was 87.12% and female literacy was 62.94%.