Alijanga - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Alijanga is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Kailo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alijanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alijanga is 398342. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Alijanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alijanga
As per Census 2011, Alijanga village has a total population of 231 people, consisting of 128 males and 103 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 804 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alijanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 128 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 104 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 24 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Alijanga
Alijanga 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 Alijanga
Public transport in the Alijanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Alijanga is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alijanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alijanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alijanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alijanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Alijanga
Where is Alijanga located?
Alijanga village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alijanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Alijanga is Kailo.
What is the pincode of Alijanga?
The pincode of Alijanga is 754108.
What is the population of Alijanga?
Alijanga has a total population of 231, including 128 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Alijanga?
There are 50 households in Alijanga.
What is the literacy rate in Alijanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alijanga is 81.39%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 81.55%.