Palam

Palam is a village located in Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Tumudibandha (tehsildar office) and 123km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Tumudibandh is the gram panchayat of Palam village.

Palam has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Palam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palam is 416974. The village spans a total geographical area of 34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762107. Phulabani is nearest town to Palam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 77km away.

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Population of Palam

Below is a concise population overview of Palam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 120 55 65
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 22 12 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 120 55 65
Literate Population 1 1 N/A
Illiterate Population 119 54 65

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palam village:

  • The total population of Palam village is around 120, including approximately 55 males and 65 females, with a sex ratio of 1181 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 22 children aged 0–6 years in Palam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palam village has 120 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palam village is about 0.83%.
  • There are around 25 households in Palam village.

Connectivity of Palam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palam. As per the 2011 stats, Palam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Palam

Knowing the nearby villages of Palam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palam.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Palam

Where is Palam located?
Palam village is situated in Tumudibandha Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palam?
The Gram Panchayat of Palam is Tumudibandh (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 762107, 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 120, with 55 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Palam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palam village has a total of 25 households.