Alinagar - Mahanga, Cuttack
Alinagar is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Basudevpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alinagar is 399431. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 754024 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Alinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Alinagar village had a total population of 1,024 people, including 519 males and 505 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.55%, with male literacy at 93.53% and female literacy at 81.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 1,024 | 519 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 79 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 802 | 434 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 85 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Alinagar
Alinagar 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 Alinagar
Public transport in the Alinagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Alinagar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Alinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alinagar 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Alinagar
Where is Alinagar located?
Alinagar village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Alinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Alinagar is Basudevpur.
What is the pincode of Alinagar?
The pincode of Alinagar is 754024.
What is the population of Alinagar?
Alinagar had a total population of 1,024, including 519 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Alinagar?
Alinagar had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alinagar was 87.55%. Male literacy was 93.53% and female literacy was 81.42%.