Palama - Muniguda, Rayagada
Palama is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Patraguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palama is 424926. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Palama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palama
According to the 2011 Census, Palama village had a total population of 78 people, including 39 males and 39 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.65%, with male literacy at 38.71% and female literacy at 22.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 27 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Palama
Palama 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 Palama
Public transport in the Palama is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Palama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Palama is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Palama is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palama
Where is Palama located?
Palama village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palama?
The Gram Panchayat of Palama is Patraguda.
What is the pincode of Palama?
The pincode of Palama is 765020.
What is the population of Palama?
Palama had a total population of 78, including 39 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Palama?
Palama had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palama was 30.65%. Male literacy was 38.71% and female literacy was 22.58%.