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.
Palem has its own place in the vibrant Vizianagaram 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 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.
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Population of Palem
Below is a concise population overview of Palem 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palem village:
- The total population of Palem village is around 567, including approximately 286 males and 281 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Palem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palem village has 52 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 352 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palem village is about 46.03%, with male literacy at 55.94% and female literacy at 35.94%.
- There are around 160 households in Palem village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.