Palapatana
Palapatana is a village located in Pattamundai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pattamundai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Srirampur is the gram panchayat of Palapatana village.
Here you can discover what makes Palapatana unique in its vibrant Pattamundai-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Palapatana’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 Palapatana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palapatana is 396277. The village spans a total geographical area of 498 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754217. Pattamundai is nearest town to Palapatana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palapatana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palapatana
Population of Palapatana
According to the 2011 Census, Palapatana has a total population of about 3,226, with approximately 1,466 males and 1,760 females. The sex ratio is around 1200 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 391 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 559 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 77.22%, with male literacy at about 81.17% and female literacy near 73.92%. There are around 636 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palapatana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,226 | 1,466 | 1,760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 190 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 559 | 271 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,491 | 1,190 | 1,301 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 276 | 459 |
Connectivity of Palapatana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palapatana. As per the 2011 stats, Palapatana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palapatana
Knowing the nearby villages of Palapatana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palapatana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palapatana
- Where is Palapatana located?
- Palapatana village is situated in Pattamundai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palapatana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palapatana is Srirampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palapatana?
- The pincode of Palapatana is 754217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palapatana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palapatana is 3,226, with 1,466 males and 1,760 females.
- How many households are there in Palapatana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palapatana village has a total of 636 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palapatana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palapatana is 77.22%. The male literacy rate is 81.17%, while the female literacy rate is 73.92%.