Palapur - Nuagad, Gajapati
Palapur is a village situated in the Nuagad tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from R.udaygiri and around 70 km from Paralakhemundi. Keradang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palapur is 414155. The village covers a total geographical area of 735 hectares and falls under the 761214 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Palapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palapur
According to the 2011 Census, Palapur village had a total population of 603 people, including 294 males and 309 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.48%, with male literacy at 56.50% and female literacy at 28.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 601.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 294 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 48 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 601 | 293 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 139 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 155 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Palapur
Palapur 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 Palapur
Palapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Parlakhemundi to Palapur is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Palapur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palapur
Where is Palapur located?
Palapur village is located in Nuagad Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palapur is Keradang.
What is the pincode of Palapur?
The pincode of Palapur is 761214.
What is the population of Palapur?
Palapur had a total population of 603, including 294 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Palapur?
Palapur had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palapur was 42.48%. Male literacy was 56.50% and female literacy was 28.46%.