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
As per Census 2011, Palana village has a total population of 1,044 people, consisting of 499 males and 545 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 283 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palana are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,044, including 499 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Palana?
There are 244 households in Palana.
What is the literacy rate in Palana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palana is 61.21%. Male literacy is 72.34% and female literacy is 51.01%.