Palam
Palam is a village located in Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Lohandiguda (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kaknar is the gram panchayat of Palam village.
Palam has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Palam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palam is 449173. The village spans a total geographical area of 367.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494010. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Palam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
Google Map of Palam
Population of Palam
Below is a concise population overview of Palam 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 | 207 | 97 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 75 | 92 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palam village:
- The total population of Palam village is around 207, including approximately 97 males and 110 females, with a sex ratio of 1134 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Palam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palam village has 189 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palam village is about 19.32%, with male literacy at 22.68% and female literacy at 16.36%.
- There are around 48 households in Palam village.
Connectivity of Palam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palam. As per the 2011 stats, Palam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palam
Knowing the nearby villages of Palam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palam
- Where is Palam located?
- Palam village is situated in Lohandiguda Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palam is Kaknar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palam?
- The pincode of Palam is 494010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palam is 207, with 97 males and 110 females.
- How many households are there in Palam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palam village has a total of 48 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palam is 19.32%. The male literacy rate is 22.68%, while the female literacy rate is 16.36%.