Palakatu
About Palakatu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palakatu village is 410874. Palakatu village is located in Surada tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Surada (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Palkatu is the gram panchayat of Palakatu village.
The total geographical area of village is 341 hectares. Palakatu has a total population of 2,345 peoples, out of which male population is 1,196 while female population is 1,149. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 960 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palakatu village is 59.45% out of which 66.56% males and 52.05% females are literate. There are about 472 houses in palakatu village. Pincode of palakatu village locality is 761108.
Surada is nearest town to palakatu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Palakatu
The population details of Palakatu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,345 | 1,196 | 1,149 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 282 | 150 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 219 | 97 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 796 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 951 | 400 | 551 |
Connectivity of Palakatu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palakatu
Where is Palakatu located?
Palakatu village is situated in Surada Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palakatu?
The Gram Panchayat of Palakatu is Palkatu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palakatu?
The pincode of Palakatu is 761108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palakatu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakatu is 2,345, with 1,196 males and 1,149 females.
How many households are there in Palakatu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palakatu village has a total of 472 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palakatu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakatu is 59.45%. The male literacy rate is 66.56%, while the female literacy rate is 52.05%.