Alapani - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Alapani is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Chakidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alapani is 389624. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Alapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alapani
According to the 2011 Census, Alapani village had a total population of 117 people, including 57 males and 60 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.18%, with male literacy at 30.00% and female literacy at 8.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 117.
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 | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 45 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Alapani
Alapani 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 Alapani
Public transport in the Alapani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Baripada to Alapani is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Alapani is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alapani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Alapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alapani
Where is Alapani located?
Alapani village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Alapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Alapani is Chakidi.
What is the pincode of Alapani?
The pincode of Alapani is 757032.
What is the population of Alapani?
Alapani had a total population of 117, including 57 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Alapani?
Alapani had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alapani was 18.18%. Male literacy was 30.00% and female literacy was 8.33%.