Palanka

Palanka is a village located in Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmagiri (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Rebana Nuagaon is the gram panchayat of Palanka village.

Palanka has its own place in the vibrant Puri 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 Palanka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palanka is 410005. The village spans a total geographical area of 517 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752011. Puri is nearest town to Palanka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Palanka

Below is a concise population overview of Palanka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,234 1,110 1,124
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 254 123 131
Scheduled Castes (SC) 244 126 118
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,654 906 748
Illiterate Population 580 204 376

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palanka village:

  • The total population of Palanka village is around 2,234, including approximately 1,110 males and 1,124 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 254 children aged 0–6 years in Palanka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palanka village has 244 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palanka village is about 74.04%, with male literacy at 81.62% and female literacy at 66.55%.
  • There are around 437 households in Palanka village.

Connectivity of Palanka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palanka. As per the 2011 stats, Palanka 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palanka

Knowing the nearby villages of Palanka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palanka.

Bilapanchagochia Raighata Dihapanchagochhia Kusupur Rebananuagaon Chandiput Kathuaredi Hatia Kapileswarpur Khilakantia Nageswar

Frequently Asked Questions about Palanka

Where is Palanka located?
Palanka village is situated in Brahmagiri Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Palanka is Rebana Nuagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palanka?
The pincode of Palanka is 752011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palanka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palanka is 2,234, with 1,110 males and 1,124 females.
How many households are there in Palanka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palanka village has a total of 437 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palanka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palanka is 74.04%. The male literacy rate is 81.62%, while the female literacy rate is 66.55%.