Alapaka
Alapaka is a village located in Kinjirkela tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kinjirkela (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Alapaka village is also a gram panchayat.
Alapaka has its own place in the vibrant Sundargarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Alapaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alapaka is 383947. The village spans a total geographical area of 1586 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770012. Sundargarh is nearest town to Alapaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Alapaka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Alapaka
Population of Alapaka
Below is a concise population overview of Alapaka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,249 | 1,112 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 166 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 131 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,603 | 794 | 809 |
| Literate Population | 1,004 | 571 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,245 | 541 | 704 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alapaka village:
- The total population of Alapaka village is around 2,249, including approximately 1,112 males and 1,137 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 336 children aged 0–6 years in Alapaka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Alapaka village has 271 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,603 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Alapaka village is about 44.64%, with male literacy at 51.35% and female literacy at 38.08%.
- There are around 571 households in Alapaka village.
Connectivity of Alapaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alapaka. As per the 2011 stats, Alapaka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alapaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Alapaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alapaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alapaka
- Where is Alapaka located?
- Alapaka village is situated in Kinjirkela Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alapaka?
- Alapaka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alapaka?
- The pincode of Alapaka is 770012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alapaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alapaka is 2,249, with 1,112 males and 1,137 females.
- How many households are there in Alapaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alapaka village has a total of 571 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alapaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alapaka is 44.64%. The male literacy rate is 51.35%, while the female literacy rate is 38.08%.