Palam - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Palam is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tumudibandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palam is 416974. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Palam 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 Palam
As per Census 2011, Palam village has a total population of 120 people, consisting of 55 males and 65 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 55 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 55 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 54 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Palam
Palam 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 Palam
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Palam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Phulabani to Palam is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Palam is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palam 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 Palam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palam 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 Palam
Where is Palam located?
Palam village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palam?
The Gram Panchayat of Palam is Tumudibandh.
What is the pincode of Palam?
The pincode of Palam is 762107.
What is the population of Palam?
Palam has a total population of 120, including 55 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Palam?
There are 25 households in Palam.