Palasudha - Nimapada, Puri
Palasudha is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Miteipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasudha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasudha is 408898. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Palasudha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasudha
According to the 2011 Census, Palasudha village had a total population of 472 people, including 253 males and 219 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.17%, with male literacy at 84.72% and female literacy at 68.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 253 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 24 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 140 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 194 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 59 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Palasudha
Palasudha 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 Palasudha
Public transport in the Palasudha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Palasudha is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Palasudha is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasudha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasudha 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palasudha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasudha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palasudha
Where is Palasudha located?
Palasudha village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palasudha?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasudha is Miteipur.
What is the pincode of Palasudha?
The pincode of Palasudha is 752106.
What is the population of Palasudha?
Palasudha had a total population of 472, including 253 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Palasudha?
Palasudha had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasudha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasudha was 77.17%. Male literacy was 84.72% and female literacy was 68.90%.