Palem
Palem is a village located in Komarada mandal of Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Komarada (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Vizianagaram. As per 2009 stats, Palem village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palem unique in its vibrant Komarada-Vizianagaram region. You’ll see Palem’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 Palem
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palem is 581770. The village spans a total geographical area of 413 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 535521. Parvathipuram is nearest town to Palem village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Palem
Population of Palem
According to the 2011 Census, Palem has a total population of about 567, with approximately 286 males and 281 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 352. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.03%, with male literacy at about 55.94% and female literacy near 35.94%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palem's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 567 | 286 | 281 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 352 | 173 | 179 |
Literate Population | 261 | 160 | 101 |
Illiterate Population | 306 | 126 | 180 |
Connectivity of Palem
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palem. As per the 2011 stats, Palem had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palem
Knowing the nearby villages of Palem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palem.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palem
- Where is Palem located?
- Palem village is situated in Komarada Mandal, within the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palem?
- Palem serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palem?
- The pincode of Palem is 535521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palem is 567, with 286 males and 281 females.
- How many households are there in Palem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palem village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palem as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palem is 46.03%. The male literacy rate is 55.94%, while the female literacy rate is 35.94%.