Palakasandha
Palakasandha is a village located in Gangapur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Gangapur (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Khatribrahmapur is the gram panchayat of Palakasandha village.
Here you can discover what makes Palakasandha unique in its vibrant Gangapur-Ganjam region. You’ll see Palakasandha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palakasandha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakasandha is 410716. The village spans a total geographical area of 324 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761123. Bhanjanagar is nearest town to Palakasandha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Palakasandha
According to the 2011 Census, Palakasandha has a total population of about 2,935, with approximately 1,457 males and 1,478 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 370 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 268 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.12%, with male literacy at about 74.74% and female literacy near 59.61%. There are around 550 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palakasandha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,935 | 1,457 | 1,478 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 183 | 187 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 134 | 134 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,970 | 1,089 | 881 |
Illiterate Population | 965 | 368 | 597 |
Connectivity of Palakasandha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakasandha. As per the 2011 stats, Palakasandha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palakasandha
Knowing the nearby villages of Palakasandha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakasandha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakasandha
- Where is Palakasandha located?
- Palakasandha village is situated in Gangapur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palakasandha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palakasandha is Khatribrahmapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palakasandha?
- The pincode of Palakasandha is 761123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palakasandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakasandha is 2,935, with 1,457 males and 1,478 females.
- How many households are there in Palakasandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palakasandha village has a total of 550 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palakasandha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakasandha is 67.12%. The male literacy rate is 74.74%, while the female literacy rate is 59.61%.