Palaguda
Palaguda is a village located in Usur tehsil of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 85km away from sub-district headquarter Usur (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Palaguda village is also a gram panchayat.
Palaguda has its own place in the vibrant Bijapur 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 Palaguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palaguda is 450953. The village spans a total geographical area of 1782.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494447. Bhadrachalam (a.p.) is nearest town to Palaguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 108km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palaguda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Palaguda
Below is a concise population overview of Palaguda 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 | 575 | 298 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 575 | 298 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 50 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 248 | 250 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palaguda village:
- The total population of Palaguda village is around 575, including approximately 298 males and 277 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Palaguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palaguda village has 575 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palaguda village is about 13.39%, with male literacy at 16.78% and female literacy at 9.75%.
- There are around 109 households in Palaguda village.
Connectivity of Palaguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palaguda. As per the 2011 stats, Palaguda 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 Palaguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Palaguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palaguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palaguda
- Where is Palaguda located?
- Palaguda village is situated in Usur Tehsil, within the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palaguda?
- Palaguda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palaguda?
- The pincode of Palaguda is 494447, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palaguda is 575, with 298 males and 277 females.
- How many households are there in Palaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palaguda village has a total of 109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palaguda is 13.39%. The male literacy rate is 16.78%, while the female literacy rate is 9.75%.