Palapada
Palapada is a village located in Baleshwar Sadar tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Baleshwar Sadar (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Patrapada is the gram panchayat of Palapada village.
Here you can discover what makes Palapada unique in its vibrant Baleshwar Sadar-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Palapada’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 Palapada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palapada is 392647. The village spans a total geographical area of 31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757082. Baleshwar is nearest town to Palapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Palapada village comes under Balasore assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Palapada
Population of Palapada
According to the 2011 Census, Palapada has a total population of about 87, with approximately 45 males and 42 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.86%, with male literacy at about 82.22% and female literacy near 69.05%. There are around 28 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palapada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Connectivity of Palapada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palapada. As per the 2011 stats, Palapada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palapada
Knowing the nearby villages of Palapada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palapada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palapada
- Where is Palapada located?
- Palapada village is situated in Baleshwar Sadar Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palapada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palapada is Patrapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palapada?
- The pincode of Palapada is 757082, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palapada is 87, with 45 males and 42 females.
- How many households are there in Palapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palapada village has a total of 28 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palapada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palapada is 75.86%. The male literacy rate is 82.22%, while the female literacy rate is 69.05%.