Alatara - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Alatara is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Alatara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alatara is 422429. The village covers a total geographical area of 541 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Alatara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alatara
As per Census 2011, Alatara village has a total population of 1,648 people, consisting of 833 males and 815 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,028 literate and 620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alatara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,648 | 833 | 815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 135 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 160 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 592 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 241 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Alatara
Alatara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagarpali | South | 2.04 km |
| Narasinghpur | West | 2.78 km |
| Kabichandrapur | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Gochadengen | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Goindamunda | West | 3.16 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Paramanandapur | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Madanpur | South | 3.55 km |
| Dutensudra | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Kujamahul | North-East | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alatara
Alatara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kesinga to Alatara is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Alatara is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alatara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alatara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alatara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alatara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Alatara
Where is Alatara located?
Alatara village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alatara?
Alatara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alatara?
The pincode of Alatara is 766102.
What is the population of Alatara?
Alatara has a total population of 1,648, including 833 males and 815 females.
How many households are there in Alatara?
There are 429 households in Alatara.
What is the literacy rate in Alatara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alatara is 62.38%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 53.50%.