Palakua

Palakua is a village located in Adva tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Adva (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Chudangapur is the gram panchayat of Palakua village.

Palakua has its own place in the vibrant Gajapati 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 Palakua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakua is 413672. The village spans a total geographical area of 118 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761017. Digapahandi is nearest town to Palakua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

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Population of Palakua

Below is a concise population overview of Palakua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 365 185 180
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 75 43 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 354 180 174
Literate Population 63 38 25
Illiterate Population 302 147 155

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

  • The total population of Palakua village is around 365, including approximately 185 males and 180 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Palakua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palakua village has 354 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palakua village is about 17.26%, with male literacy at 20.54% and female literacy at 13.89%.
  • There are around 80 households in Palakua village.

Connectivity of Palakua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakua. As per the 2011 stats, Palakua 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palakua

Knowing the nearby villages of Palakua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakua.

Renu Gunjima Gumigura Ketangakua Sialilati Churangapur Badakua Jadaguda Tumangapadar Panasapadar Tapagiri

Frequently Asked Questions about Palakua

Where is Palakua located?
Palakua village is situated in Adva Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palakua?
The Gram Panchayat of Palakua is Chudangapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palakua?
The pincode of Palakua is 761017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palakua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakua is 365, with 185 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Palakua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palakua village has a total of 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palakua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakua is 17.26%. The male literacy rate is 20.54%, while the female literacy rate is 13.89%.