Palikateni
Palikateni is a village located in Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kamakshyanagar (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Bankual is the gram panchayat of Palikateni village.
Palikateni has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal 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 Palikateni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palikateni is 402411. The village spans a total geographical area of 151 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759023. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Palikateni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palikateni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Palikateni
Below is a concise population overview of Palikateni 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 | 554 | 232 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 10 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 342 | 120 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 187 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 45 | 78 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palikateni village:
- The total population of Palikateni village is around 554, including approximately 232 males and 322 females, with a sex ratio of 1387 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Palikateni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palikateni village has 31 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 342 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palikateni village is about 77.80%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 75.78%.
- There are around 120 households in Palikateni village.
Connectivity of Palikateni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palikateni. As per the 2011 stats, Palikateni 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palikateni
Knowing the nearby villages of Palikateni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palikateni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palikateni
- Where is Palikateni located?
- Palikateni village is situated in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palikateni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palikateni is Bankual (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palikateni?
- The pincode of Palikateni is 759023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palikateni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palikateni is 554, with 232 males and 322 females.
- How many households are there in Palikateni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palikateni village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palikateni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palikateni is 77.80%. The male literacy rate is 80.60%, while the female literacy rate is 75.78%.