Nalam
About Nalam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nalam village is 403745. Nalam village is located in Kaniha tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Kaniha (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Dalaka is the gram panchayat of Nalam village.
The total geographical area of village is 313 hectares. Nalam has a total population of 1,902 peoples, out of which male population is 1,009 while female population is 893. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 885 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nalam village is 66.98% out of which 76.71% males and 55.99% females are literate. There are about 511 houses in nalam village. Pincode of nalam village locality is 759117.
When it comes to administration, Nalam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Nalam village comes under Pallahara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Rengali is nearest town to nalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Nalam
The population details of Nalam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,902 | 1,009 | 893 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 199 | 107 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 708 | 368 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 774 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 628 | 235 | 393 |
Connectivity of Nalam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nalam
Where is Nalam located?
Nalam village is situated in Kaniha Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalam?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalam is Dalaka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nalam?
The pincode of Nalam is 759117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nalam is 1,902, with 1,009 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Nalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nalam village has a total of 511 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nalam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nalam is 66.98%. The male literacy rate is 76.71%, while the female literacy rate is 55.99%.