Palwa

Palwa is a village located in Tokapal tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Tokapal (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Palwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Palwa unique in its vibrant Tokapal-Bastar region. You’ll see Palwa’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 Palwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palwa is 449567. The village spans a total geographical area of 590.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494442. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Palwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Palwa

According to the 2011 Census, Palwa has a total population of about 1,700, with approximately 852 males and 848 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 262 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 855. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.00%, with male literacy at about 51.06% and female literacy near 30.90%. There are around 422 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,700 852 848
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 262 142 120
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 855 436 419
Literate Population 697 435 262
Illiterate Population 1,003 417 586

Connectivity of Palwa

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

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

Nearby Villages of Palwa

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Palwa

Where is Palwa located?
Palwa village is situated in Tokapal Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palwa?
Palwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palwa?
The pincode of Palwa is 494442, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palwa is 1,700, with 852 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Palwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palwa village has a total of 422 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palwa is 41.00%. The male literacy rate is 51.06%, while the female literacy rate is 30.90%.