Palamalai - Mettur, Salem
Palamalai is a village situated in the Mettur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mettur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Palamalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palamalai is 633773. The village covers a total geographical area of 1394.79 hectares and falls under the 636303 pincode. Kolathur is the nearest town.
Palamalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mettur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palamalai
As per Census 2011, Palamalai village has a total population of 2,895 people, consisting of 1,525 males and 1,370 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,095 literate and 1,800 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,856 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palamalai are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Palamalai
Palamalai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mettur | South-East | 0.37 km |
| Navappatti | East | 4.90 km |
| Komarayanur | North-West | 5.56 km |
| Pudur | West | 6.03 km |
| Adaiyur | South-East | 7.26 km |
| Pakkanadu R.f. | East | 7.32 km |
| Vanavasi R.f. | East | 8.09 km |
| Chennampatti | West | 8.39 km |
| Ariyagoundanur | South | 9.11 km |
| Poolampatti | South-East | 9.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palamalai
Public transport in the Palamalai is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Metur Dam, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Palamalai is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palamalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palamalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palamalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palamalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palamalai
Where is Palamalai located?
Palamalai village is located in Mettur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palamalai?
Palamalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palamalai?
The pincode of Palamalai is 636303.
What is the population of Palamalai?
Palamalai has a total population of 2,895, including 1,525 males and 1,370 females.
How many households are there in Palamalai?
There are 777 households in Palamalai.
What is the literacy rate in Palamalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palamalai is 37.82%. Male literacy is 43.48% and female literacy is 31.53%.