Palu

Palu is a village located in Gumia subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Gumia (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Dhawaiya is the gram panchayat of Palu village.

Palu 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 Palu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palu is 362354. The village spans a total geographical area of 248.7 hectares. Gumia is nearest town to Palu village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Palu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 416 223 193
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 38 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 232 152 80
Illiterate Population 184 71 113

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

  • The total population of Palu village is around 416, including approximately 223 males and 193 females, with a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Palu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Palu village is about 55.77%, with male literacy at 68.16% and female literacy at 41.45%.
  • There are around 79 households in Palu village.

Connectivity of Palu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palu. As per the 2011 stats, Palu 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palu

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Palu

Where is Palu located?
Palu village is situated in Gumia Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palu?
The Gram Panchayat of Palu is Dhawaiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Palu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palu is 416, with 223 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Palu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palu village has a total of 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palu is 55.77%. The male literacy rate is 68.16%, while the female literacy rate is 41.45%.