Palana
About Palana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palana village is 423618. Palana village is located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 57km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Palna is the gram panchayat of Palana village.
The total geographical area of village is 511 hectares. Palana has a total population of 2,714 peoples, out of which male population is 1,346 while female population is 1,368. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1016 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palana village is 42.59% out of which 53.71% males and 31.65% females are literate. There are about 656 houses in palana village. Pincode of palana village locality is 766036.
When it comes to administration, Palana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Palana village comes under Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to palana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Palana
The population details of Palana 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 | 2,714 | 1,346 | 1,368 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 370 | 199 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 628 | 309 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 394 | 206 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 1,156 | 723 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,558 | 623 | 935 |
Connectivity of Palana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palana
Where is Palana located?
Palana village is situated in Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palana?
The Gram Panchayat of Palana is Palna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palana?
The pincode of Palana is 766036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palana is 2,714, with 1,346 males and 1,368 females.
How many households are there in Palana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palana village has a total of 656 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palana is 42.59%. The male literacy rate is 53.71%, while the female literacy rate is 31.65%.