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.
Here you can discover what makes Palkiri unique in its vibrant Chandankiyari-Bokaro region. You’ll see Palkiri’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 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.
Google Map of Palkiri
Population of Palkiri
According to the 2011 Census, Palkiri has a total population of about 3,221, with approximately 1,676 males and 1,545 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 538 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,425 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 34. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.85%, with male literacy at about 60.02% and female literacy near 32.56%. There are around 640 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palkiri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.