Alipur - Soro, Balasore
Alipur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Soro and around 44 km from Baleshwar. Talanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alipur is 393982. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Alipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alipur
As per Census 2011, Alipur village has a total population of 416 people, consisting of 216 males and 200 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 216 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 181 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 35 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Alipur
Alipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kantipur | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Habeligandatira | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Bainandamangarajpur | West | 1.29 km |
| Talanagar | South | 1.78 km |
| Brahmapur | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Sirapur | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Baladia | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Salampur | South | 2.83 km |
| Keshpur | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Sarasankha | North | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alipur
Alipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Alipur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Alipur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Alipur
Where is Alipur located?
Alipur village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Alipur is Talanagar.
What is the pincode of Alipur?
The pincode of Alipur is 756045.
What is the population of Alipur?
Alipur has a total population of 416, including 216 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Alipur?
There are 99 households in Alipur.
What is the literacy rate in Alipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alipur is 79.57%. Male literacy is 83.80% and female literacy is 75.00%.