Palaka
About Palaka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palaka village is 428705. Palaka village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 237 hectares. Palaka has a total population of 572 peoples, out of which male population is 274 while female population is 298. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1087 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palaka village is 20.10% out of which 30.29% males and 10.74% females are literate. There are about 116 houses in palaka village. Pincode of palaka village locality is 765027.
Koraput is nearest town to palaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
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Population of Palaka
The population details of Palaka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 572 | 274 | 298 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 107 | 46 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 500 | 246 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 83 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 191 | 266 |
Connectivity of Palaka
| 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 |
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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%.