Palasa
Palasa is a village located in Niali tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Niali (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Ekberuan is the gram panchayat of Palasa village.
Palasa has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack 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 400298. The village spans a total geographical area of 131 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754103. Cuttack is nearest town to Palasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 598 | 292 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 402 | 216 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 76 | 120 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palasa village:
- The total population of Palasa village is around 598, including approximately 292 males and 306 females, with a sex ratio of 1047 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Palasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palasa village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palasa village is about 67.22%, with male literacy at 73.97% and female literacy at 60.78%.
- There are around 140 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 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 Niali Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palasa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palasa is Ekberuan (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 754103, 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 598, with 292 males and 306 females.
- How many households are there in Palasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palasa village has a total of 140 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palasa is 67.22%. The male literacy rate is 73.97%, while the female literacy rate is 60.78%.