Palasapur - Patrapur, Ganjam
Palasapur is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Jarada and around 80 km from Chatrapur. Khariaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasapur is 413188. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 761037 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Palasapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasapur
According to the 2011 Census, Palasapur village had a total population of 112 people, including 58 males and 54 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.74%, with male literacy at 64.58% and female literacy at 44.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Palasapur
Palasapur 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 Palasapur
Palasapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Palasapur is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Palasapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palasapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palasapur
Where is Palasapur located?
Palasapur village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasapur is Khariaguda.
What is the pincode of Palasapur?
The pincode of Palasapur is 761037.
What is the population of Palasapur?
Palasapur had a total population of 112, including 58 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Palasapur?
Palasapur had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasapur was 54.74%. Male literacy was 64.58% and female literacy was 44.68%.