Alasingi - Rayagada, Gajapati
Alasingi is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Jeerango serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alasingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alasingi is 414783. The village covers a total geographical area of 1575 hectares and falls under the 761214 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Alasingi 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 Alasingi
As per Census 2011, Alasingi village has a total population of 1,096 people, consisting of 535 males and 561 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 802 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,072 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alasingi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,096 | 535 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 107 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,072 | 523 | 549 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 181 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 802 | 354 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Alasingi
Alasingi 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tendi | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Landusahi | South | 1.82 km |
| Sanasada | North | 1.86 km |
| Titili | East | 2.20 km |
| Jhirijhira | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Khambarisahi | West | 2.59 km |
| Amarsingi | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Badasada | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Nuagam | South | 3.05 km |
| Kinada | South-West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alasingi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Alasingi. The nearest railway station is Mandasa Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 135.0 km.
| 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 Parlakhemundi to Alasingi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Alasingi is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alasingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alasingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Alasingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alasingi 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 Alasingi
Where is Alasingi located?
Alasingi village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alasingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Alasingi is Jeerango.
What is the pincode of Alasingi?
The pincode of Alasingi is 761214.
What is the population of Alasingi?
Alasingi has a total population of 1,096, including 535 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Alasingi?
There are 233 households in Alasingi.
What is the literacy rate in Alasingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alasingi is 26.82%. Male literacy is 33.83% and female literacy is 20.14%.