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
As per Census 2011, Alapani village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 57 males and 60 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 117, including 57 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Alapani?
There are 29 households in Alapani.
What is the literacy rate in Alapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alapani is 13.68%. Male literacy is 21.05% and female literacy is 6.67%.