Palasa

Palasa is a village located in Dhamanagar tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamanagar (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Garei Chudakati is the gram panchayat of Palasa village.

Palasa has its own place in the vibrant Bhadrak 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 394635. The village spans a total geographical area of 89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756117. Bhadrak is nearest town to Palasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 439 208 231
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 28 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 125 63 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 333 163 170
Illiterate Population 106 45 61

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palasa village:

  • The total population of Palasa village is around 439, including approximately 208 males and 231 females, with a sex ratio of 1110 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Palasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palasa village has 125 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palasa village is about 75.85%, with male literacy at 78.37% and female literacy at 73.59%.
  • There are around 82 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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 Dhamanagar Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasa is Garei Chudakati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palasa?
The pincode of Palasa is 756117, 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 439, with 208 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Palasa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palasa village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palasa is 75.85%. The male literacy rate is 78.37%, while the female literacy rate is 73.59%.