Palankaf

Palankaf is a village located in Baisa subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Baisa (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Dhusamal is the gram panchayat of Palankaf village.

Palankaf has its own place in the vibrant Purnia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Palankaf

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palankaf is 223934. The village spans a total geographical area of 154 hectares. Kishanganj is nearest town to Palankaf village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Palankaf

Below is a concise population overview of Palankaf as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,909 1,031 878
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 393 227 166
Scheduled Castes (SC) 105 50 55
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 723 449 274
Illiterate Population 1,186 582 604

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palankaf village:

  • The total population of Palankaf village is around 1,909, including approximately 1,031 males and 878 females, with a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 393 children aged 0–6 years in Palankaf village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palankaf village has 105 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palankaf village is about 37.87%, with male literacy at 43.55% and female literacy at 31.21%.
  • There are around 390 households in Palankaf village.

Connectivity of Palankaf

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palankaf. As per the 2011 stats, Palankaf had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Palankaf

Knowing the nearby villages of Palankaf helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palankaf.

Chanduar Birpur Jairampur Baliharpur Bhelakhoa Mahalbari Muradpur Jinhaur Chilhna Tetalia Kalthia

Frequently Asked Questions about Palankaf

Where is Palankaf located?
Palankaf village is situated in Baisa Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palankaf?
The Gram Panchayat of Palankaf is Dhusamal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Palankaf as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palankaf is 1,909, with 1,031 males and 878 females.
How many households are there in Palankaf as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palankaf village has a total of 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palankaf as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palankaf is 37.87%. The male literacy rate is 43.55%, while the female literacy rate is 31.21%.