Palasdiha - Suliapada, Mayurbhanj
Palasdiha is a village situated in the Suliapada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suliapada and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Ufalgadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasdiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasdiha is 389856. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 757022 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Palasdiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasdiha
As per Census 2011, Palasdiha village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 275 males and 279 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 506 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasdiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 275 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 250 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 157 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 118 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Palasdiha
Palasdiha 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 Palasdiha
Palasdiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Palasdiha is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Palasdiha is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasdiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasdiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palasdiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasdiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palasdiha
Where is Palasdiha located?
Palasdiha village is located in Suliapada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasdiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasdiha is Ufalgadia.
What is the pincode of Palasdiha?
The pincode of Palasdiha is 757022.
What is the population of Palasdiha?
Palasdiha has a total population of 554, including 275 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Palasdiha?
There are 113 households in Palasdiha.
What is the literacy rate in Palasdiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasdiha is 43.86%. Male literacy is 57.09% and female literacy is 30.82%.