Palem
Palem is a village located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Palem village is also a gram panchayat.
Palem has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 450557. The village spans a total geographical area of 1120.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494115. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Palem village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palem 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 Dantewara 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.
Google Map of Palem
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 | 825 | 382 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 64 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 793 | 368 | 425 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 183 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 199 | 328 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palem village:
- The total population of Palem village is around 825, including approximately 382 males and 443 females, with a sex ratio of 1159 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Palem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palem village has 793 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palem village is about 36.12%, with male literacy at 47.91% and female literacy at 25.96%.
- There are around 185 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 |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, 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 494115, 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 825, with 382 males and 443 females.
- How many households are there in Palem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palem village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palem as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palem is 36.12%. The male literacy rate is 47.91%, while the female literacy rate is 25.96%.