Palei
Palei is a village located in Balichandrapur tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Balichandrapur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Bikramtiran is the gram panchayat of Palei village.
Palei has its own place in the vibrant Jajapur 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 Palei
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palei is 401859. The village spans a total geographical area of 473 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754205. Cuttack is nearest town to Palei village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 67km away.
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Population of Palei
Below is a concise population overview of Palei as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,967 | 1,487 | 1,480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 200 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,165 | 578 | 587 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,062 | 1,107 | 955 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 380 | 525 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palei village:
- The total population of Palei village is around 2,967, including approximately 1,487 males and 1,480 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 361 children aged 0–6 years in Palei village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palei village has 1,165 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palei village is about 69.50%, with male literacy at 74.45% and female literacy at 64.53%.
- There are around 818 households in Palei village.
Connectivity of Palei
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palei. As per the 2011 stats, Palei 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 Palei
Knowing the nearby villages of Palei helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palei.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palei
- Where is Palei located?
- Palei village is situated in Balichandrapur Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palei?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palei is Bikramtiran (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palei?
- The pincode of Palei is 754205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palei as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palei is 2,967, with 1,487 males and 1,480 females.
- How many households are there in Palei as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palei village has a total of 818 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palei as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palei is 69.50%. The male literacy rate is 74.45%, while the female literacy rate is 64.53%.