Palki - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Palki is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bhurtigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palki is 422906. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Palki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palki
According to the 2011 Census, Palki village had a total population of 215 people, including 116 males and 99 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.55%, with male literacy at 18.89% and female literacy at 9.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 213.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 116 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 114 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 99 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Palki
Palki is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palki
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Palki is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Palki is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palki
Where is Palki located?
Palki village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palki?
The Gram Panchayat of Palki is Bhurtigarh.
What is the pincode of Palki?
The pincode of Palki is 766100.
What is the population of Palki?
Palki had a total population of 215, including 116 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Palki?
Palki had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palki was 14.55%. Male literacy was 18.89% and female literacy was 9.33%.