Alandapatna - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Alandapatna is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alandapatna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alandapatna is 410186. The village covers a total geographical area of 714 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Alandapatna 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 Alandapatna
According to the 2011 Census, Alandapatna village had a total population of 395 people, including 195 males and 200 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.04%, with male literacy at 95.38% and female literacy at 94.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 391, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 395 | 195 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 192 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 165 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 30 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Alandapatna
Alandapatna 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 Alandapatna
Alandapatna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Alandapatna is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Alandapatna is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alandapatna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alandapatna 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 Alandapatna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alandapatna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Alandapatna
Where is Alandapatna located?
Alandapatna village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alandapatna?
The Gram Panchayat of Alandapatna is Alanda.
What is the pincode of Alandapatna?
The pincode of Alandapatna is 752032.
What is the population of Alandapatna?
Alandapatna had a total population of 395, including 195 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Alandapatna?
Alandapatna had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alandapatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alandapatna was 95.04%. Male literacy was 95.38% and female literacy was 94.71%.