Palamaka - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Palamaka is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dadakangia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palamaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palamaka is 416753. The village covers a total geographical area of 321 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Palamaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palamaka
According to the 2011 Census, Palamaka village had a total population of 339 people, including 175 males and 164 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.01%, with male literacy at 89.51% and female literacy at 30.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 328.
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 | 339 | 175 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 170 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 128 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 47 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Palamaka
Palamaka 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 Palamaka
Palamaka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Palamaka is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Palamaka is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palamaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palamaka 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 Palamaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palamaka 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 Palamaka
Where is Palamaka located?
Palamaka village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palamaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Palamaka is Dadakangia.
What is the pincode of Palamaka?
The pincode of Palamaka is 762109.
What is the population of Palamaka?
Palamaka had a total population of 339, including 175 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Palamaka?
Palamaka had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palamaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palamaka was 61.01%. Male literacy was 89.51% and female literacy was 30.60%.