Alutunga - Kashipur, Rayagada
Alutunga is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alutunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alutunga is 425827. The village covers a total geographical area of 1 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Alutunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alutunga
As per Census 2011, Alutunga village has a total population of 68 people, consisting of 34 males and 34 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alutunga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 33 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Alutunga
Alutunga 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 Alutunga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Alutunga.
| 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 Rayagada to Alutunga is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Alutunga is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alutunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alutunga 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Alutunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alutunga 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 Alutunga
Where is Alutunga located?
Alutunga village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alutunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Alutunga is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Alutunga?
The pincode of Alutunga is 765015.
What is the population of Alutunga?
Alutunga has a total population of 68, including 34 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Alutunga?
There are 15 households in Alutunga.