Palsakhulia - Jujomura, Sambalpur
Palsakhulia is a village situated in the Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jujomura and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Lipinda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palsakhulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palsakhulia is 382176. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Palsakhulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palsakhulia
According to the 2011 Census, Palsakhulia village had a total population of 184 people, including 91 males and 93 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.88%, with male literacy at 82.50% and female literacy at 51.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 184 | 91 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 66 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 25 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Palsakhulia
Palsakhulia 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 Palsakhulia
Palsakhulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Palsakhulia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Palsakhulia is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Palsakhulia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palsakhulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palsakhulia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palsakhulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palsakhulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palsakhulia
Where is Palsakhulia located?
Palsakhulia village is located in Jujomura Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palsakhulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Palsakhulia is Lipinda.
What is the pincode of Palsakhulia?
The pincode of Palsakhulia is 768105.
What is the population of Palsakhulia?
Palsakhulia had a total population of 184, including 91 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Palsakhulia?
Palsakhulia had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palsakhulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palsakhulia was 66.88%. Male literacy was 82.50% and female literacy was 51.25%.