Palam
About Palam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palam village is 422283. Palam village is located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Palan is the gram panchayat of Palam village.
The total geographical area of village is 1007 hectares. Palam has a total population of 2,415 peoples, out of which male population is 1,236 while female population is 1,179. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 953 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palam village is 54.49% out of which 64.16% males and 44.36% females are literate. There are about 667 houses in palam village. Pincode of palam village locality is 766101.
Kesinga is nearest town to palam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
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Population of Palam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,415 | 1,236 | 1,179 |
| Children (0-6) | 378 | 196 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 125 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 332 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 1,316 | 793 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,099 | 443 | 656 |
Connectivity of Palam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Palam
Frequently Asked Questions about Palam
Where is Palam located?
Palam village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palam?
The Gram Panchayat of Palam is Palan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palam?
The pincode of Palam is 766101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palam is 2,415, with 1,236 males and 1,179 females.
How many households are there in Palam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palam village has a total of 667 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palam is 54.49%. The male literacy rate is 64.16%, while the female literacy rate is 44.36%.