Palagara

Palagara is a village located in Balijipeta mandal of Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Balijipeta (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Vizianagaram. As per 2009 stats, Palagara village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Palagara unique in its vibrant Balijipeta-Vizianagaram region. You’ll see Palagara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Palagara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palagara is 582295. The village spans a total geographical area of 737 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 535557. Bobbili is nearest town to Palagara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Palagara

According to the 2011 Census, Palagara has a total population of about 6,926, with approximately 3,376 males and 3,550 females. The sex ratio is around 1051 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 652 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 911 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 101. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.79%, with male literacy at about 58.92% and female literacy near 43.07%. There are around 1,776 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palagara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,926 3,376 3,550
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 652 356 296
Scheduled Castes (SC) 911 454 457
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 101 50 51
Literate Population 3,518 1,989 1,529
Illiterate Population 3,408 1,387 2,021

Connectivity of Palagara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palagara. As per the 2011 stats, Palagara 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 Palagara

Knowing the nearby villages of Palagara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palagara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palagara

Where is Palagara located?
Palagara village is situated in Balijipeta Mandal, within the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palagara?
Palagara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palagara?
The pincode of Palagara is 535557, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palagara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palagara is 6,926, with 3,376 males and 3,550 females.
How many households are there in Palagara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palagara village has a total of 1,776 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palagara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palagara is 50.79%. The male literacy rate is 58.92%, while the female literacy rate is 43.07%.