Amalanga - Delanga, Puri
Amalanga is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Celangkothabada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amalanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amalanga is 408580. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Amalanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amalanga
According to the 2011 Census, Amalanga village had a total population of 967 people, including 518 males and 449 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.94%, with male literacy at 88.63% and female literacy at 80.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243.
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 | 967 | 518 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 52 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 126 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 413 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 105 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Amalanga
Amalanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Buali | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Ramachandrapur | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Bankilo | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Ratanapur | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Ayatanarua | South | 1.49 km |
| Narapur | North | 1.89 km |
| Gauradeipur | West | 1.93 km |
| Sujanapur | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Arisal | East | 2.02 km |
| Brahmanataraboi | South-East | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amalanga
Amalanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanas Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatani to Amalanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Amalanga is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amalanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amalanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Amalanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amalanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Amalanga
Where is Amalanga located?
Amalanga village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amalanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Amalanga is Celangkothabada.
What is the pincode of Amalanga?
The pincode of Amalanga is 752015.
What is the population of Amalanga?
Amalanga had a total population of 967, including 518 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Amalanga?
Amalanga had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amalanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amalanga was 84.94%. Male literacy was 88.63% and female literacy was 80.82%.