Alma - Motu, Malkangiri
Alma is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 103 km from the tehsil headquarters in Motu and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Mottu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alma is 431166. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Alma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alma
As per Census 2011, Alma village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 196 males and 191 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 196 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 195 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 53 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 143 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Alma
Alma 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 Alma
Alma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Alma is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Alma is about 103 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 Alma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alma 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Alma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alma
Where is Alma located?
Alma village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alma?
The Gram Panchayat of Alma is Mottu.
What is the pincode of Alma?
The pincode of Alma is 764086.
What is the population of Alma?
Alma has a total population of 387, including 196 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Alma?
There are 109 households in Alma.
What is the literacy rate in Alma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alma is 19.12%. Male literacy is 27.04% and female literacy is 10.99%.