Alana - Gop, Puri
Alana is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Boulanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alana is 409481. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 752107 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Alana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alana
According to the 2011 Census, Alana village had a total population of 257 people, including 131 males and 126 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.56%, with male literacy at 87.29% and female literacy at 71.03%.
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 | 257 | 131 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 103 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 28 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Alana
Alana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karamanga | South-East | 0.55 km |
| Badamachhamara | South-West | 0.80 km |
| Panchana | East | 0.94 km |
| Korual | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Girimakanra | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Barimunda | North | 1.48 km |
| Otanga | South | 1.63 km |
| Chitra | West | 1.97 km |
| Samakula | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Tiruna | East | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alana
Alana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Alana is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alana 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 Alana
Where is Alana located?
Alana village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Alana?
The Gram Panchayat of Alana is Boulanga.
What is the pincode of Alana?
The pincode of Alana is 752107.
What is the population of Alana?
Alana had a total population of 257, including 131 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Alana?
Alana had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alana was 79.56%. Male literacy was 87.29% and female literacy was 71.03%.