Palamu
Palamu is a village located in Nawadih subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Nawadih. Nawadih is the sub-district headquarter of Palamu village. As per 2009 stats, Barai is the gram panchayat of Palamu village.
Palamu 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 Palamu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palamu is 362209. The village spans a total geographical area of 933.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825102. Nawadih is nearest town to Palamu village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palamu
Population of Palamu
Below is a concise population overview of Palamu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,379 | 2,760 | 2,619 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 931 | 460 | 471 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 895 | 449 | 446 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,167 | 596 | 571 |
Literate Population | 2,319 | 1,465 | 854 |
Illiterate Population | 3,060 | 1,295 | 1,765 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palamu village:
- The total population of Palamu village is around 5,379, including approximately 2,760 males and 2,619 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 931 children aged 0–6 years in Palamu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palamu village has 895 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,167 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palamu village is about 43.11%, with male literacy at 53.08% and female literacy at 32.61%.
- There are around 981 households in Palamu village.
Connectivity of Palamu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palamu. As per the 2011 stats, Palamu 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palamu
Knowing the nearby villages of Palamu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palamu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palamu
- Where is Palamu located?
- Palamu village is situated in Nawadih Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palamu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palamu is Barai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palamu?
- The pincode of Palamu is 825102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palamu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palamu is 5,379, with 2,760 males and 2,619 females.
- How many households are there in Palamu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palamu village has a total of 981 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palamu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palamu is 43.11%. The male literacy rate is 53.08%, while the female literacy rate is 32.61%.