Palgadhi Village Overview
Palgadhi is a village in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It lies about 10 km from Lakhanpur tehsil headquarters and around 16 km from Ambikapur district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Palgadhi village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Palgadhi village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palgadhi is 433117. The village covers a geographical area of 434.03 hectares and has a pincode of 497116. Lakhanpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Location Map of Palgadhi
Population & Demographics of Palgadhi
This section provides population and demographic details of Palgadhi village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 | 476 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 610 | 311 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 236 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 240 | 309 |
Key population details of Palgadhi village are given below:
- Palgadhi village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 939, including approximately 476 males and 463 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 10 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 610 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Palgadhi village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 41.53%.
- There are around 231 households in Palgadhi village.
Transport & Connectivity of Palgadhi
Transport facilities help residents of Palgadhi village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Palgadhi
The following villages are located close to Palgadhi and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palgadhi
- Where is Palgadhi located?
- Palgadhi village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palgadhi?
- Palgadhi is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Palgadhi?
- The pincode of Palgadhi is 497116.
- What is the population of Palgadhi?
- Palgadhi has a total population of 939, including 476 males and 463 females.
- How many households are there in Palgadhi?
- There are 231 households in Palgadhi.
- What is the literacy rate in Palgadhi?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palgadhi is 41.53%. Male literacy is 49.58% and female literacy is 33.26%.