Alara - R.Udayagiri, Gajapati
Alara is a village situated in the R.Udayagiri tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from R.udaygiri and around 100 km from Paralakhemundi. Purunapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alara is 414040. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Alara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alara
According to the 2011 Census, Alara village had a total population of 53 people, including 29 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.43%, with male literacy at 30.43% and female literacy at 10.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 22 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Alara
Alara 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 Alara
Alara 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Alara is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Alara is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Alara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alara 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 Alara
Where is Alara located?
Alara village is located in R.Udayagiri Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alara?
The Gram Panchayat of Alara is Purunapani.
What is the pincode of Alara?
The pincode of Alara is 761017.
What is the population of Alara?
Alara had a total population of 53, including 29 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Alara?
Alara had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alara was 21.43%. Male literacy was 30.43% and female literacy was 10.53%.