Alajal - Rayagada, Gajapati

Alajal is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Ameda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alajal village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Alajal is 414734. The village covers a total geographical area of 1130 hectares and falls under the 761212 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.

Alajal 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 Alajal

As per Census 2011, Alajal village has a total population of 801 people, consisting of 378 males and 423 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,119 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 800 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alajal are given below:

Nearby Villages of Alajal

Alajal 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 Alajal

Alajal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parlakhemundi, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Alajal is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Alajal is about 31 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 Alajal

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

Health Facilities in Alajal

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

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