Palamalai
Palamalai is a village located in Mettur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mettur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Palamalai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palamalai unique in its vibrant Mettur-Salem region. You’ll see Palamalai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palamalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palamalai is 633773. The village spans a total geographical area of 1394.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636303. Kolathur is nearest town to Palamalai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palamalai
Population of Palamalai
According to the 2011 Census, Palamalai has a total population of about 2,895, with approximately 1,525 males and 1,370 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,856. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.82%, with male literacy at about 43.48% and female literacy near 31.53%. There are around 777 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palamalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,895 | 1,525 | 1,370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 168 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,856 | 1,504 | 1,352 |
| Literate Population | 1,095 | 663 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,800 | 862 | 938 |
Connectivity of Palamalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palamalai. As per the 2011 stats, Palamalai 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palamalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Palamalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palamalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palamalai
- Where is Palamalai located?
- Palamalai village is situated in Mettur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palamalai?
- Palamalai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palamalai?
- The pincode of Palamalai is 636303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palamalai is 2,895, with 1,525 males and 1,370 females.
- How many households are there in Palamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palamalai village has a total of 777 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palamalai is 37.82%. The male literacy rate is 43.48%, while the female literacy rate is 31.53%.