Palkiri

Palkiri is a village located in Chandankiyari subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chandankiyari (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Polkiri is the gram panchayat of Palkiri village.

Palkiri has its own place in the vibrant Bokaro 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 Palkiri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palkiri is 362815. The village spans a total geographical area of 481.68 hectares. Bokaro is nearest town to Palkiri village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Palkiri

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,221 1,676 1,545
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 538 256 282
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,425 711 714
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 34 17 17
Literate Population 1,509 1,006 503
Illiterate Population 1,712 670 1,042

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

  • The total population of Palkiri village is around 3,221, including approximately 1,676 males and 1,545 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 538 children aged 0–6 years in Palkiri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palkiri village has 1,425 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 34 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palkiri village is about 46.85%, with male literacy at 60.02% and female literacy at 32.56%.
  • There are around 640 households in Palkiri village.

Connectivity of Palkiri

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

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

Nearby Villages of Palkiri

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Palkiri

Where is Palkiri located?
Palkiri village is situated in Chandankiyari Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Palkiri is Polkiri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Palkiri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkiri is 3,221, with 1,676 males and 1,545 females.
How many households are there in Palkiri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palkiri village has a total of 640 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkiri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkiri is 46.85%. The male literacy rate is 60.02%, while the female literacy rate is 32.56%.