Palamel

Palamel is a village located in Mavelikkara taluka of Alappuzha district in Kerala, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mavelikkara (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Alappuzha. As per 2009 stats, Palamel village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Palamel unique in its vibrant Mavelikkara-Alappuzha region. You’ll see Palamel’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 Palamel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palamel is 628284. The village spans a total geographical area of 2559 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 690504. Mavelikkara is nearest town to Palamel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

As per 2019 stats, Palamel village comes under Mavelikkara assembly & parliamentary constituency.

Google Map of Palamel

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Population of Palamel

According to the 2011 Census, Palamel has a total population of about 32,512, with approximately 15,229 males and 17,283 females. The sex ratio is around 1134 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,792 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5,259 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 68. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.98%, with male literacy at about 86.88% and female literacy near 85.19%. There are around 8,546 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palamel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 32,512 15,229 17,283
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,792 1,451 1,341
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5,259 2,518 2,741
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 68 32 36
Literate Population 27,955 13,231 14,724
Illiterate Population 4,557 1,998 2,559

Connectivity of Palamel

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palamel. As per the 2011 stats, Palamel 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 Palamel

Knowing the nearby villages of Palamel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palamel.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palamel

Where is Palamel located?
Palamel village is situated in Mavelikkara Taluka, within the Alappuzha district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palamel?
Palamel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palamel?
The pincode of Palamel is 690504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palamel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palamel is 32,512, with 15,229 males and 17,283 females.
How many households are there in Palamel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palamel village has a total of 8,546 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palamel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palamel is 85.98%. The male literacy rate is 86.88%, while the female literacy rate is 85.19%.