Palamalai
About Palamalai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palamalai village is 633773. Palamalai village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1394.79 hectares. Palamalai has a total population of 2,895 peoples, out of which male population is 1,525 while female population is 1,370. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 898 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palamalai village is 37.82% out of which 43.48% males and 31.53% females are literate. There are about 777 houses in palamalai village. Pincode of palamalai village locality is 636303.
Kolathur is nearest town to palamalai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Palamalai
The population details of Palamalai cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,895 | 1,525 | 1,370 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 312 | 168 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2,856 | 1,504 | 1,352 |
| Literate Population | 1,095 | 663 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,800 | 862 | 938 |
Connectivity of Palamalai
| 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 |
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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%.