Palasudha - Niali, Cuttack
Palasudha is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Erancha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasudha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasudha is 400261. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 754105 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Palasudha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasudha
As per Census 2011, Palasudha village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 231 males and 234 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasudha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 231 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 15 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 107 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 193 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 38 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Palasudha
Palasudha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palasudha
Public transport in the Palasudha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Palasudha is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasudha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasudha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palasudha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasudha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palasudha
Where is Palasudha located?
Palasudha village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasudha?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasudha is Erancha.
What is the pincode of Palasudha?
The pincode of Palasudha is 754105.
What is the population of Palasudha?
Palasudha has a total population of 465, including 231 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Palasudha?
There are 126 households in Palasudha.
What is the literacy rate in Palasudha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasudha is 73.76%. Male literacy is 83.55% and female literacy is 64.10%.