Palasbani - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Palasbani is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Rairangpur Town and around 93 km from Baripada. Sanpakhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasbani is 387649. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Palasbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasbani
According to the 2011 Census, Palasbani village had a total population of 268 people, including 132 males and 136 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.22%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 34.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 212.
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 | 268 | 132 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 106 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 74 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 58 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Palasbani
Palasbani 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 Palasbani
Public transport in the Palasbani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Palasbani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Palasbani is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Palasbani is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palasbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasbani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palasbani
Where is Palasbani located?
Palasbani village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palasbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasbani is Sanpakhana.
What is the pincode of Palasbani?
The pincode of Palasbani is 757043.
What is the population of Palasbani?
Palasbani had a total population of 268, including 132 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Palasbani?
Palasbani had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasbani was 50.22%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 34.21%.