Palewa
Palewa is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Paleva is the gram panchayat of Palewa village.
Palewa has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Palewa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palewa is 447512. The village spans a total geographical area of 804.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493338. Charama is nearest town to Palewa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palewa 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palewa
Population of Palewa
Below is a concise population overview of Palewa 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 | 1,159 | 504 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 47 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,015 | 435 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 412 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 92 | 225 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palewa village:
- The total population of Palewa village is around 1,159, including approximately 504 males and 655 females, with a sex ratio of 1299 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Palewa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palewa village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,015 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palewa village is about 72.65%, with male literacy at 81.75% and female literacy at 65.65%.
- There are around 252 households in Palewa village.
Connectivity of Palewa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palewa. As per the 2011 stats, Palewa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palewa
Knowing the nearby villages of Palewa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palewa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palewa
- Where is Palewa located?
- Palewa village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palewa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palewa is Paleva (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palewa?
- The pincode of Palewa is 493338, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palewa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palewa is 1,159, with 504 males and 655 females.
- How many households are there in Palewa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palewa village has a total of 252 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palewa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palewa is 72.65%. The male literacy rate is 81.75%, while the female literacy rate is 65.65%.