Ainlajor - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Ainlajor is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Boden serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ainlajor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ainlajor is 423981. The village covers a total geographical area of 720 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ainlajor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ainlajor
As per Census 2011, Ainlajor village has a total population of 1,749 people, consisting of 845 males and 904 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 684 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 182 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ainlajor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,749 | 845 | 904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 154 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 55 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 88 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 459 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 386 | 679 |
Nearby Villages of Ainlajor
Ainlajor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dabripadar | East | 2.20 km |
| Ghumer | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Khutuluguda | North | 2.94 km |
| Boden | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Tentulipada | West | 3.15 km |
| Sargiguda | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Tarapur | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Ichhapur | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Nandagaon | East | 4.63 km |
| Ambaguda | North-West | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ainlajor
Ainlajor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Junagarh to Ainlajor is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ainlajor is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ainlajor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ainlajor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ainlajor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ainlajor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ainlajor
Where is Ainlajor located?
Ainlajor village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ainlajor?
The Gram Panchayat of Ainlajor is Boden.
What is the pincode of Ainlajor?
The pincode of Ainlajor is 766015.
What is the population of Ainlajor?
Ainlajor has a total population of 1,749, including 845 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Ainlajor?
There are 496 households in Ainlajor.
What is the literacy rate in Ainlajor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ainlajor is 39.11%. Male literacy is 54.32% and female literacy is 24.89%.