Palachakada
Palachakada is a village located in Rasol tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Rasol (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kalinga is the gram panchayat of Palachakada village.
Palachakada 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 Palachakada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palachakada is 403125. The village spans a total geographical area of 64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759021. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Palachakada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palachakada 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 Hindol 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 Palachakada
Below is a concise population overview of Palachakada 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 | 445 | 230 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 324 | 183 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 47 | 74 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palachakada village:
- The total population of Palachakada village is around 445, including approximately 230 males and 215 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Palachakada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palachakada village has 104 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palachakada village is about 72.81%, with male literacy at 79.57% and female literacy at 65.58%.
- There are around 111 households in Palachakada village.
Connectivity of Palachakada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palachakada. As per the 2011 stats, Palachakada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palachakada
Knowing the nearby villages of Palachakada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palachakada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palachakada
- Where is Palachakada located?
- Palachakada village is situated in Rasol Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palachakada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palachakada is Kalinga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palachakada?
- The pincode of Palachakada is 759021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palachakada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palachakada is 445, with 230 males and 215 females.
- How many households are there in Palachakada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palachakada village has a total of 111 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palachakada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palachakada is 72.81%. The male literacy rate is 79.57%, while the female literacy rate is 65.58%.