Palachur

Palachur is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Durgukondal is the gram panchayat of Palachur village.

Palachur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Palachur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palachur is 447766. The village spans a total geographical area of 370.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Palachur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

When it comes to local governance, Palachur 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker 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 Palachur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 308 156 152
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 22 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 294 150 144
Literate Population 139 80 59
Illiterate Population 169 76 93

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

  • The total population of Palachur village is around 308, including approximately 156 males and 152 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Palachur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palachur village has 294 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palachur village is about 45.13%, with male literacy at 51.28% and female literacy at 38.82%.
  • There are around 57 households in Palachur village.

Connectivity of Palachur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palachur. As per the 2011 stats, Palachur 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 Palachur

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Palachur

Where is Palachur located?
Palachur village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palachur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palachur is Durgukondal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palachur?
The pincode of Palachur is 494669, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palachur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palachur is 308, with 156 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Palachur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palachur village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palachur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palachur is 45.13%. The male literacy rate is 51.28%, while the female literacy rate is 38.82%.