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
As per Census 2011, Alana village has a total population of 814 people, consisting of 403 males and 411 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 661 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 814 | 403 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| 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 has a total population of 814, including 403 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Alana?
There are 169 households in Alana.
What is the literacy rate in Alana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alana is 81.20%. Male literacy is 83.87% and female literacy is 78.59%.