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.
Here you can discover what makes Palewa unique in its vibrant Charama-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Palewa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Palewa has a total population of about 1,159, with approximately 504 males and 655 females. The sex ratio is around 1299 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,015. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.65%, with male literacy at about 81.75% and female literacy near 65.65%. There are around 252 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palewa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.