Alana - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Alana is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Garam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alana is 397739. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 754138 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 32 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 Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alana
According to the 2011 Census, Alana village had a total population of 814 people, including 403 males and 411 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.93%, with male literacy at 94.41% and female literacy at 85.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
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 | 814 | 403 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 338 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 65 | 88 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Alana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Alana is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alana
Where is Alana located?
Alana village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alana?
The Gram Panchayat of Alana is Garam.
What is the pincode of Alana?
The pincode of Alana is 754138.
What is the population of Alana?
Alana had a total population of 814, including 403 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Alana?
Alana had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alana was 89.93%. Male literacy was 94.41% and female literacy was 85.68%.