Palasipani - Komna, Nuapada
Palasipani is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Palasipani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasipani is 421809. The village covers a total geographical area of 749 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Palasipani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasipani
As per Census 2011, Palasipani village has a total population of 1,412 people, consisting of 706 males and 706 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 704 literate and 708 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 787 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasipani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,412 | 706 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 115 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 787 | 392 | 395 |
| Literate Population | 704 | 417 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 289 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Palasipani
Palasipani 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 Palasipani
Public transport in the Palasipani is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Palasipani is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Palasipani is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasipani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasipani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palasipani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasipani 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 Palasipani
Where is Palasipani located?
Palasipani village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasipani?
Palasipani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palasipani?
The pincode of Palasipani is 766106.
What is the population of Palasipani?
Palasipani has a total population of 1,412, including 706 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Palasipani?
There are 351 households in Palasipani.
What is the literacy rate in Palasipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasipani is 49.86%. Male literacy is 59.07% and female literacy is 40.65%.