Alasaranga - Satyabadi, Puri
Alasaranga is a village situated in the Satyabadi tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satyabadi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Mulalasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alasaranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alasaranga is 409706. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 752014 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Alasaranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alasaranga
According to the 2011 Census, Alasaranga village had a total population of 251 people, including 135 males and 116 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.20%, with male literacy at 98.35% and female literacy at 91.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 251 | 135 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 119 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Alasaranga
Alasaranga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sriramchandrapur | North | 1.53 km |
| Mulaalasa | East | 1.80 km |
| Parahat | West | 1.80 km |
| Biranarasinghpur | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Arolapattana | West | 2.41 km |
| Ghasibhabanipur | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Pratapramachandrapur | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Fulaalasa | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Laxmanpur | South | 3.01 km |
| Siuli | South-East | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alasaranga
Alasaranga 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 27.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Alasaranga is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Alasaranga is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alasaranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alasaranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Alasaranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alasaranga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Alasaranga
Where is Alasaranga located?
Alasaranga village is located in Satyabadi Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alasaranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Alasaranga is Mulalasa.
What is the pincode of Alasaranga?
The pincode of Alasaranga is 752014.
What is the population of Alasaranga?
Alasaranga had a total population of 251, including 135 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Alasaranga?
Alasaranga had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alasaranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alasaranga was 95.20%. Male literacy was 98.35% and female literacy was 91.67%.