Alunata - Mahanga, Cuttack
Alunata is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Gokan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alunata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alunata is 399579. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 754206 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Alunata 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 Alunata
According to the 2011 Census, Alunata village had a total population of 399 people, including 210 males and 189 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.70%, with male literacy at 98.45% and female literacy at 94.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 399 | 210 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 190 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 20 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Alunata
Alunata 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 Alunata
Alunata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Alunata is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alunata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alunata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Alunata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alunata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Alunata
Where is Alunata located?
Alunata village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Alunata?
The Gram Panchayat of Alunata is Gokan.
What is the pincode of Alunata?
The pincode of Alunata is 754206.
What is the population of Alunata?
Alunata had a total population of 399, including 210 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Alunata?
Alunata had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alunata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alunata was 96.70%. Male literacy was 98.45% and female literacy was 94.74%.