Palapara
Palapara is a village located in Baliapal tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Baliapal (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Nikhira is the gram panchayat of Palapara village.
Palapara has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar 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 Palapara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palapara is 391952. The village spans a total geographical area of 194 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756023. Baleshwar is nearest town to Palapara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Palapara
Population of Palapara
Below is a concise population overview of Palapara 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 | 2,105 | 1,099 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 149 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,071 | 577 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 125 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 1,396 | 817 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 282 | 427 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palapara village:
- The total population of Palapara village is around 2,105, including approximately 1,099 males and 1,006 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 265 children aged 0–6 years in Palapara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palapara village has 1,071 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 231 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palapara village is about 66.32%, with male literacy at 74.34% and female literacy at 57.55%.
- There are around 463 households in Palapara village.
Connectivity of Palapara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palapara. As per the 2011 stats, Palapara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palapara
Knowing the nearby villages of Palapara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palapara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palapara
- Where is Palapara located?
- Palapara village is situated in Baliapal Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palapara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palapara is Nikhira (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palapara?
- The pincode of Palapara is 756023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palapara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palapara is 2,105, with 1,099 males and 1,006 females.
- How many households are there in Palapara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palapara village has a total of 463 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palapara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palapara is 66.32%. The male literacy rate is 74.34%, while the female literacy rate is 57.55%.