Palasa
Palasa is a village located in Bamebari tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bamebari (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Palasa village is also a gram panchayat.
Palasa has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar 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 Palasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palasa is 385353. The village spans a total geographical area of 408 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758034. Joda is nearest town to Palasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Palasa
Population of Palasa
Below is a concise population overview of Palasa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,681 | 817 | 864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 156 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 83 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 914 | 427 | 487 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 416 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 991 | 401 | 590 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palasa village:
- The total population of Palasa village is around 1,681, including approximately 817 males and 864 females, with a sex ratio of 1057 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 320 children aged 0–6 years in Palasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palasa village has 194 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 914 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palasa village is about 41.05%, with male literacy at 50.92% and female literacy at 31.71%.
- There are around 365 households in Palasa village.
Connectivity of Palasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palasa. As per the 2011 stats, Palasa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Palasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palasa
- Where is Palasa located?
- Palasa village is situated in Bamebari Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palasa?
- Palasa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palasa?
- The pincode of Palasa is 758034, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palasa is 1,681, with 817 males and 864 females.
- How many households are there in Palasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palasa village has a total of 365 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palasa is 41.05%. The male literacy rate is 50.92%, while the female literacy rate is 31.71%.