Palama

Palama is a village located in Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Muniguda (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Patraguda is the gram panchayat of Palama village.

Palama has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada 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 424926. The village spans a total geographical area of 49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765020. Rayagada is nearest town to Palama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 78 39 39
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 16 8 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 74 38 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 19 12 7
Illiterate Population 59 27 32

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

  • The total population of Palama village is around 78, including approximately 39 males and 39 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Palama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palama village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palama village is about 24.36%, with male literacy at 30.77% and female literacy at 17.95%.
  • There are around 18 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 10+ 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.

Bainibasa Jumuruguda Chhelianalo Dorabariguda Kondhabariguda Bhaliapadar Gulgula Haimunda Seregapai Penubali Khambesi Odapanga

Frequently Asked Questions about Palama

Where is Palama located?
Palama village is situated in Muniguda Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palama?
The Gram Panchayat of Palama is Patraguda (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 765020, 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 78, with 39 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Palama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palama village has a total of 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palama is 24.36%. The male literacy rate is 30.77%, while the female literacy rate is 17.95%.