Palakana
About Palakana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palakana village is 396571. Palakana village is located in Nikirai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Nikirai (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Koro is the gram panchayat of Palakana village.
The total geographical area of village is 138 hectares. Palakana has a total population of 1,468 peoples, out of which male population is 720 while female population is 748. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1038 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palakana village is 63.01% out of which 70.97% males and 55.35% females are literate. There are about 331 houses in palakana village. Pincode of palakana village locality is 754222.
Kendrapara is nearest town to palakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Palakana
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,468 | 720 | 748 |
| Children (0-6) | 168 | 76 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 927 | 454 | 473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 925 | 511 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 209 | 334 |
Connectivity of Palakana
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palakana
Where is Palakana located?
Palakana village is situated in Nikirai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Palakana is Koro (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palakana?
The pincode of Palakana is 754222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakana is 1,468, with 720 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Palakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palakana village has a total of 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palakana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakana is 63.01%. The male literacy rate is 70.97%, while the female literacy rate is 55.35%.