Alapura - Badoda, Sheopur
Alapura is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Alapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alapura is 451763. The village covers a total geographical area of 710 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Alapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alapura
As per Census 2011, Alapura village has a total population of 1,649 people, consisting of 867 males and 782 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 889 literate and 760 illiterate residents. Additionally, 804 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,649 | 867 | 782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 148 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 804 | 437 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 889 | 548 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 760 | 319 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Alapura
Alapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pahadli | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Luhadi Kheda | East | 2.16 km |
| Bajarli | South | 2.30 km |
| Dukalya Kheda | North | 2.72 km |
| Balapura | West | 3.09 km |
| Bandi Kheda | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Shri Ji Ki Ganwadi | East | 3.98 km |
| Basond | South | 4.08 km |
| Panwada | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Utanbad | North-East | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alapura
Alapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sheopur Kalan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badoda to Alapura is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Alapura is about 32 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 Alapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Alapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alapura 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 Alapura
Where is Alapura located?
Alapura village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alapura?
Alapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alapura?
The pincode of Alapura is 476339.
What is the population of Alapura?
Alapura has a total population of 1,649, including 867 males and 782 females.
How many households are there in Alapura?
There are 362 households in Alapura.
What is the literacy rate in Alapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alapura is 53.91%. Male literacy is 63.21% and female literacy is 43.61%.