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.
Here you can discover what makes Palama unique in its vibrant Khariar-Nuapada region. You’ll see Palama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Palama has a total population of about 306, with approximately 150 males and 156 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 169. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.03%, with male literacy at about 44.00% and female literacy near 20.51%. There are around 84 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.