Alaida - Gumma, Gajapati

Alaida is a village situated in the Gumma tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from Serango and around 37 km from Paralakhemundi. Brushava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alaida village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Alaida is 414386. The village covers a total geographical area of 1327 hectares and falls under the 761207 pincode. Kashinagara is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.

Alaida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Alaida

According to the 2011 Census, Alaida village had a total population of 471 people, including 233 males and 238 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.17%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Alaida

Alaida 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Alaida

Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Alaida. The nearest railway station is Lihuri Halt, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashinagara to Alaida is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Alaida is about 37 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 Alaida

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alaida village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Alaida

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alaida village are given below:

FAQs about Alaida