Alurkota - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Alurkota is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 120 km from Kalimela and around 100 km from Malkangiri . Kurumanuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alurkota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alurkota is 431054. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Alurkota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alurkota
According to the 2011 Census, Alurkota village had a total population of 363 people, including 184 males and 179 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.76%, with male literacy at 38.16% and female literacy at 26.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 363 | 184 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 58 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 126 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Alurkota
Alurkota 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 Alurkota
Public transport in the Alurkota is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Alurkota is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Alurkota is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alurkota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alurkota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Alurkota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alurkota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alurkota
Where is Alurkota located?
Alurkota village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Alurkota?
The Gram Panchayat of Alurkota is Kurumanuru.
What is the pincode of Alurkota?
The pincode of Alurkota is 764086.
What is the population of Alurkota?
Alurkota had a total population of 363, including 184 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Alurkota?
Alurkota had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alurkota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alurkota was 32.76%. Male literacy was 38.16% and female literacy was 26.95%.