Palami - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Palami is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palami is 416593. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Palami 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 Palami
According to the 2011 Census, Palami village had a total population of 307 people, including 145 males and 162 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,117 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.10%, with male literacy at 62.26% and female literacy at 28.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 295.
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 | 307 | 145 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 139 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 66 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 79 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Palami
Palami 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 Palami
Public transport in the Palami 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Palami is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Palami is about 110 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 Palami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palami 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palami 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 Palami
Where is Palami located?
Palami village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palami?
The Gram Panchayat of Palami is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Palami?
The pincode of Palami is 762110.
What is the population of Palami?
Palami had a total population of 307, including 145 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Palami?
Palami had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palami was 44.10%. Male literacy was 62.26% and female literacy was 28.46%.