Ala
About Ala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ala village is 324631. Ala village is located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.3km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 34.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Somaspur I is the gram panchayat of Ala village.
The total geographical area of village is 42.55 hectares. Ala has a total population of 1,029 peoples, out of which male population is 528 while female population is 501. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 948 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ala village is 75.41% out of which 82.58% males and 67.86% females are literate. There are about 250 houses in ala village. Pincode of ala village locality is 712302.
When it comes to administration, Ala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ala village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Tarakeswar is nearest town to ala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Ala
The population details of Ala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,029 | 528 | 501 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 341 | 170 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 776 | 436 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 92 | 161 |
Connectivity of Ala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ala
Where is Ala located?
Ala village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ala?
The Gram Panchayat of Ala is Somaspur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ala?
The pincode of Ala is 712302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ala is 1,029, with 528 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Ala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ala village has a total of 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ala is 75.41%. The male literacy rate is 82.58%, while the female literacy rate is 67.86%.