Alailo - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Alailo is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahakalapada and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Alailo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alailo is 397047. The village covers a total geographical area of 442 hectares and falls under the 754212 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Alailo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alailo
As per Census 2011, Alailo village has a total population of 2,581 people, consisting of 1,327 males and 1,254 females. The village has 630 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,907 literate and 674 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,003 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alailo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,581 | 1,327 | 1,254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 151 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,003 | 527 | 476 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,907 | 1,070 | 837 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 257 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Alailo
Alailo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilipada | South | 1.19 km |
| Nachhi Pada | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Perijpur | East | 1.56 km |
| Orata | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Niginpur | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Niyamatpur | West | 1.84 km |
| Keutagarha | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Mangarajapur | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Olihanilakanthapur | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Oliha | South-East | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alailo
Alailo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badabandha Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Alailo is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Alailo is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alailo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alailo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alailo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alailo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Alailo
Where is Alailo located?
Alailo village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alailo?
Alailo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alailo?
The pincode of Alailo is 754212.
What is the population of Alailo?
Alailo has a total population of 2,581, including 1,327 males and 1,254 females.
How many households are there in Alailo?
There are 630 households in Alailo.
What is the literacy rate in Alailo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alailo is 73.89%. Male literacy is 80.63% and female literacy is 66.75%.