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.

Palanga has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 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.

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Population of Palanga

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Palanga village is around 776, including approximately 412 males and 364 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Palanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palanga village has 319 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palanga village is about 69.85%, with male literacy at 78.16% and female literacy at 60.44%.
  • There are around 178 households in Palanga village.

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)
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.

Nuapalli Balarampur Bagalpur Binayak Kahakapur Kahakapur Dadara Khola Nimasula Mentapada Kanakhai Chilikalake Madhuruchua

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%.