Palikanta

Palikanta is a village located in Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Ersama (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Pallikanta is the gram panchayat of Palikanta village.

Palikanta has its own place in the vibrant Jagatsinghapur 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 Palikanta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palikanta is 397346. The village spans a total geographical area of 93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754139. Paradip is nearest town to Palikanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.

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Population of Palikanta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 601 308 293
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 30 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 113 56 57
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 454 239 215
Illiterate Population 147 69 78

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

  • The total population of Palikanta village is around 601, including approximately 308 males and 293 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Palikanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palikanta village has 113 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palikanta village is about 75.54%, with male literacy at 77.60% and female literacy at 73.38%.
  • There are around 157 households in Palikanta village.

Connectivity of Palikanta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palikanta. As per the 2011 stats, Palikanta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
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 Palikanta

Knowing the nearby villages of Palikanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palikanta.

Mirjapur Saintol Bharisol Sumada Mandira Kanipada Oreisala Asarana Arada Oranal Talakusuma

Frequently Asked Questions about Palikanta

Where is Palikanta located?
Palikanta village is situated in Ersama Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palikanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Palikanta is Pallikanta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palikanta?
The pincode of Palikanta is 754139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palikanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palikanta is 601, with 308 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Palikanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palikanta village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palikanta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palikanta is 75.54%. The male literacy rate is 77.60%, while the female literacy rate is 73.38%.