Aligan Village - Similiguda, Koraput
Aligan is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Similiguda and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pakjhola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aligan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aligan is 429968. The village covers a total geographical area of 1914 hectares and falls under the 764036 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Aligan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aligan
As per Census 2011, Aligan village has a total population of 2,745 people, consisting of 1,328 males and 1,417 females. The village has 728 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 949 literate and 1,796 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,556 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aligan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,745 | 1,328 | 1,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 212 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,556 | 739 | 817 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 554 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,796 | 774 | 1,022 |
Nearby Villages of Aligan
Aligan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakaramba | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Mania | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Dudhari | West | 3.81 km |
| Sundhiput | West | 6.17 km |
| Lunguri | South | 6.67 km |
| Kakiriguda | South-West | 7.69 km |
| Bhitarkota | South | 7.86 km |
| Sorisapodar | South | 8.36 km |
| Kutugam | South-West | 9.44 km |
| Khudi | South | 9.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aligan
Public transport in the Aligan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Damanjodi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nabarangapur to Aligan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Aligan is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aligan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aligan 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 Aligan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aligan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aligan
Where is Aligan located?
Aligan village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aligan?
The Gram Panchayat of Aligan is Pakjhola.
What is the pincode of Aligan?
The pincode of Aligan is 764036.
What is the population of Aligan?
Aligan has a total population of 2,745, including 1,328 males and 1,417 females.
How many households are there in Aligan?
There are 728 households in Aligan.
What is the literacy rate in Aligan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aligan is 34.57%. Male literacy is 41.72% and female literacy is 27.88%.