Palana - Baderajpur, Kondagaon
Palana is a village situated in the Baderajpur tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Visrampuree and around 160 km from Jagdalpur. Palna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palana is 448627. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.25 hectares and falls under the 494347 pincode. Visrampuree is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Palana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palana
According to the 2011 Census, Palana village had a total population of 1,044 people, including 499 males and 545 females, living in 244 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.46%, with male literacy at 83.18% and female literacy at 57.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 283.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,044 | 499 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 136 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 361 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 138 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Palana
Palana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palana
Palana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visrampuree to Palana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Palana is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palana
Where is Palana located?
Palana village is located in Baderajpur Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palana?
The Gram Panchayat of Palana is Palna.
What is the pincode of Palana?
The pincode of Palana is 494347.
What is the population of Palana?
Palana had a total population of 1,044, including 499 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Palana?
Palana had 244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palana was 69.46%. Male literacy was 83.18% and female literacy was 57.20%.