Palangala
Palangala is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Kedamullur is the gram panchayat of Palangala village.
Palangala has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu 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 Palangala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palangala is 618002. The village spans a total geographical area of 2622.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571218. Virajpet is nearest town to Palangala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Palangala
Population of Palangala
Below is a concise population overview of Palangala 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 | 649 | 322 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 21 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 77 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 280 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 42 | 61 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palangala village:
- The total population of Palangala village is around 649, including approximately 322 males and 327 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Palangala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palangala village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 170 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palangala village is about 84.13%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 81.35%.
- There are around 197 households in Palangala village.
Connectivity of Palangala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palangala. As per the 2011 stats, Palangala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palangala
Knowing the nearby villages of Palangala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palangala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palangala
- Where is Palangala located?
- Palangala village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palangala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palangala is Kedamullur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palangala?
- The pincode of Palangala is 571218, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palangala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palangala is 649, with 322 males and 327 females.
- How many households are there in Palangala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palangala village has a total of 197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palangala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palangala is 84.13%. The male literacy rate is 86.96%, while the female literacy rate is 81.35%.