Alari - Tonk Khurd, Dewas
Alari is a village situated in the Tonk Khurd tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tonk Khurd and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Aalri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alari is 473259. The village covers a total geographical area of 1041.85 hectares and falls under the 455001 pincode. Maksi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Alari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alari
As per Census 2011, Alari village has a total population of 2,056 people, consisting of 1,044 males and 1,012 females. The village has 440 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,537 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 570 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,056 | 1,044 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 129 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 297 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,537 | 873 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 171 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Alari
Alari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandla | East | 2.11 km |
| Dakhnipur | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Belari | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Bordadhakad | West | 2.94 km |
| Dontajagir | West | 3.63 km |
| Khareli | East | 3.82 km |
| Bhatoni | South | 4.08 km |
| Jhonkar | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Pipalyasadak | South | 4.64 km |
| Jawasiyakumar | South-West | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alari
Alari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maksi, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maksi to Alari is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Alari is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alari
Where is Alari located?
Alari village is located in Tonk Khurd Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alari?
The Gram Panchayat of Alari is Aalri.
What is the pincode of Alari?
The pincode of Alari is 455001.
What is the population of Alari?
Alari has a total population of 2,056, including 1,044 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Alari?
There are 440 households in Alari.
What is the literacy rate in Alari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alari is 74.76%. Male literacy is 83.62% and female literacy is 65.61%.