Palanga
Palanga is a village located in Rambha tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Rambha (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Palanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palanga unique in its vibrant Rambha-Ganjam region. You’ll see Palanga’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 Palanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palanga is 411979. The village spans a total geographical area of 662 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761028. Rambha is nearest town to Palanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Palanga
Population of Palanga
According to the 2011 Census, Palanga has a total population of about 776, with approximately 412 males and 364 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 319 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 69.85%, with male literacy at about 78.16% and female literacy near 60.44%. There are around 178 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 776 | 412 | 364 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 171 | 148 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 542 | 322 | 220 |
Illiterate Population | 234 | 90 | 144 |
Connectivity of Palanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palanga. As per the 2011 stats, Palanga 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 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Palanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palanga
- Where is Palanga located?
- Palanga village is situated in Rambha Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palanga?
- Palanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palanga?
- The pincode of Palanga is 761028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palanga is 776, with 412 males and 364 females.
- How many households are there in Palanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palanga village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palanga is 69.85%. The male literacy rate is 78.16%, while the female literacy rate is 60.44%.