Palgarha
Palgarha is a village located in Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Kharsia (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Bargarh is the gram panchayat of Palgarha village.
Palgarha has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Palgarha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palgarha is 435202. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493888. Kharsia is nearest town to Palgarha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palgarha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Palgarha
Below is a concise population overview of Palgarha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 473 | 241 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 174 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 67 | 110 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palgarha village:
- The total population of Palgarha village is around 473, including approximately 241 males and 232 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Palgarha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palgarha village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 121 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palgarha village is about 62.58%, with male literacy at 72.20% and female literacy at 52.59%.
- There are around 128 households in Palgarha village.
Connectivity of Palgarha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palgarha. As per the 2011 stats, Palgarha 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palgarha
Knowing the nearby villages of Palgarha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palgarha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palgarha
- Where is Palgarha located?
- Palgarha village is situated in Kharsia Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palgarha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palgarha is Bargarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palgarha?
- The pincode of Palgarha is 493888, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palgarha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palgarha is 473, with 241 males and 232 females.
- How many households are there in Palgarha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palgarha village has a total of 128 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palgarha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palgarha is 62.58%. The male literacy rate is 72.20%, while the female literacy rate is 52.59%.