Palaka
Palaka is a village located in Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bandhugaon (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Kutrabeda is the gram panchayat of Palaka village.
Palaka has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 Palaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palaka is 428705. The village spans a total geographical area of 237 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765027. Koraput is nearest town to Palaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
Google Map of Palaka
Population of Palaka
Below is a concise population overview of Palaka 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 | 572 | 274 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 46 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 246 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 83 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 191 | 266 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palaka village:
- The total population of Palaka village is around 572, including approximately 274 males and 298 females, with a sex ratio of 1087 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Palaka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palaka village has 57 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 500 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palaka village is about 20.10%, with male literacy at 30.29% and female literacy at 10.74%.
- There are around 116 households in Palaka village.
Connectivity of Palaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palaka. As per the 2011 stats, Palaka 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 Palaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Palaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palaka
- Where is Palaka located?
- Palaka village is situated in Bandhugaon Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palaka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palaka is Kutrabeda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palaka?
- The pincode of Palaka is 765027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palaka is 572, with 274 males and 298 females.
- How many households are there in Palaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palaka village has a total of 116 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palaka is 20.10%. The male literacy rate is 30.29%, while the female literacy rate is 10.74%.