Alanda - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Alanda is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alanda is 410187. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Alanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alanda
According to the 2011 Census, Alanda village had a total population of 886 people, including 454 males and 432 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.86%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 57.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 886 | 454 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 326 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 128 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Alanda
Alanda 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 Alanda
Public transport in the Alanda 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Alanda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Alanda is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alanda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Alanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Alanda
Where is Alanda located?
Alanda village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alanda?
Alanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alanda?
The pincode of Alanda is 752032.
What is the population of Alanda?
Alanda had a total population of 886, including 454 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Alanda?
Alanda had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alanda was 68.86%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 57.22%.