Alanda - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Alanda is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Alanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alanda is 384195. The village covers a total geographical area of 1451 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Alanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alanda
As per Census 2011, Alanda village has a total population of 3,891 people, consisting of 1,970 males and 1,921 females. The village has 822 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,599 literate and 1,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,637 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,891 | 1,970 | 1,921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 251 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 104 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,637 | 1,838 | 1,799 |
| Literate Population | 2,599 | 1,428 | 1,171 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 542 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Alanda
Alanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Datarampur | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Kesramal | South | 2.57 km |
| Kukuda | West | 3.17 km |
| Tilaimal | South | 3.22 km |
| Dudukabahal | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Raiberna | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Kukudamunda | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Baipur | South | 4.41 km |
| Garvana | South | 4.50 km |
| Khairdihi | North-East | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alanda
Alanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raj Gangpur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Alanda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Alanda is about 75 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 Alanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alanda
Where is Alanda located?
Alanda village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alanda?
Alanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alanda?
The pincode of Alanda is 770017.
What is the population of Alanda?
Alanda has a total population of 3,891, including 1,970 males and 1,921 females.
How many households are there in Alanda?
There are 822 households in Alanda.
What is the literacy rate in Alanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alanda is 66.80%. Male literacy is 72.49% and female literacy is 60.96%.