Palei
Palei is a village located in Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Derabish (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Palei village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palei unique in its vibrant Derabish-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Palei’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palei
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palei is 396698. The village spans a total geographical area of 257 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754208. Kendrapara is nearest town to Palei village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Palei
Population of Palei
According to the 2011 Census, Palei has a total population of about 2,386, with approximately 1,257 males and 1,129 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 124 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.37%, with male literacy at about 83.53% and female literacy near 70.50%. There are around 562 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palei's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,386 | 1,257 | 1,129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 130 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,846 | 1,050 | 796 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 207 | 333 |
Connectivity of Palei
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palei. As per the 2011 stats, Palei had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palei
Knowing the nearby villages of Palei helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palei.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palei
- Where is Palei located?
- Palei village is situated in Derabish Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palei?
- Palei serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palei?
- The pincode of Palei is 754208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palei as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palei is 2,386, with 1,257 males and 1,129 females.
- How many households are there in Palei as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palei village has a total of 562 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palei as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palei is 77.37%. The male literacy rate is 83.53%, while the female literacy rate is 70.50%.