Alana - Naugaon, Jagatsinghapur
Alana is a village situated in the Naugaon tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugaon and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Alana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alana is 398116. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 754107 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Alana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagatsinghpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Alana
As per Census 2011, Alana village has a total population of 975 people, consisting of 497 males and 478 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 783 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 975 | 497 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 245 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 783 | 436 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 61 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Alana
Alana 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 Alana
Alana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Alana is about 13 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 Alana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Alana
Where is Alana located?
Alana village is located in Naugaon Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alana?
Alana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alana?
The pincode of Alana is 754107.
What is the population of Alana?
Alana has a total population of 975, including 497 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Alana?
There are 243 households in Alana.
What is the literacy rate in Alana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alana is 80.31%. Male literacy is 87.73% and female literacy is 72.59%.