Palama
Palama is a village located in Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Khariar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Nuapada. As per 2009 stats, Ranimunda is the gram panchayat of Palama village.
Palama has its own place in the vibrant Nuapada 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 Palama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palama is 422055. The village spans a total geographical area of 231 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766118. Khariar Road is nearest town to Palama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Palama
Population of Palama
Below is a concise population overview of Palama 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 | 306 | 150 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 79 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 66 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 84 | 124 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palama village:
- The total population of Palama village is around 306, including approximately 150 males and 156 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Palama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palama village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 169 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palama village is about 32.03%, with male literacy at 44.00% and female literacy at 20.51%.
- There are around 84 households in Palama village.
Connectivity of Palama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palama. As per the 2011 stats, Palama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palama
Knowing the nearby villages of Palama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palama
- Where is Palama located?
- Palama village is situated in Khariar Tehsil, within the Nuapada district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palama is Ranimunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palama?
- The pincode of Palama is 766118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palama is 306, with 150 males and 156 females.
- How many households are there in Palama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palama village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palama is 32.03%. The male literacy rate is 44.00%, while the female literacy rate is 20.51%.