Palasa
Palasa is a village located in Khaira tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Khaira (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Palasa village is also a gram panchayat.
Palasa 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 Palasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palasa is 393595. The village spans a total geographical area of 101 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756048. Soro is nearest town to Palasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Palasa
Population of Palasa
Below is a concise population overview of Palasa 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 | 525 | 271 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 34 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 210 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 61 | 62 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palasa village:
- The total population of Palasa village is around 525, including approximately 271 males and 254 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Palasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palasa village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palasa village is about 76.57%, with male literacy at 77.49% and female literacy at 75.59%.
- There are around 108 households in Palasa village.
Connectivity of Palasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palasa. As per the 2011 stats, Palasa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Palasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palasa
- Where is Palasa located?
- Palasa village is situated in Khaira Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palasa?
- Palasa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palasa?
- The pincode of Palasa is 756048, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palasa is 525, with 271 males and 254 females.
- How many households are there in Palasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palasa village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palasa is 76.57%. The male literacy rate is 77.49%, while the female literacy rate is 75.59%.