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
As per Census 2011, Alasaranga village has a total population of 251 people, consisting of 135 males and 116 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alasaranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | 135 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| 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 has a total population of 251, including 135 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Alasaranga?
There are 63 households in Alasaranga.
What is the literacy rate in Alasaranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alasaranga is 86.85%. Male literacy is 88.15% and female literacy is 85.34%.