Palasabani - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Palasabani is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Mankadapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasabani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasabani is 391193. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Palasabani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasabani
According to the 2011 Census, Palasabani village had a total population of 520 people, including 296 males and 224 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 757 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.49%, with male literacy at 94.01% and female literacy at 85.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 296 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 23 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 251 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 45 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Palasabani
Palasabani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palasabani
Palasabani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Palasabani is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Palasabani is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasabani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasabani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palasabani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasabani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palasabani
Where is Palasabani located?
Palasabani village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palasabani?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasabani is Mankadapada.
What is the pincode of Palasabani?
The pincode of Palasabani is 757041.
What is the population of Palasabani?
Palasabani had a total population of 520, including 296 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Palasabani?
Palasabani had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasabani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasabani was 90.49%. Male literacy was 94.01% and female literacy was 85.92%.