Palojori - Palojori, Deoghar
Palojori is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palojori and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Palojori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palojori is 355433. The village covers a total geographical area of 241 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode.
Palojori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palojori
As per Census 2011, Palojori village has a total population of 2,727 people, consisting of 1,396 males and 1,331 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,726 literate and 1,001 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 398 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palojori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,727 | 1,396 | 1,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 212 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 134 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 186 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 1,726 | 982 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,001 | 414 | 587 |
Nearby Villages of Palojori
Palojori is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palojori
Palojori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Palojori is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palojori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palojori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palojori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palojori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palojori
Where is Palojori located?
Palojori village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palojori?
Palojori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palojori?
The pincode of Palojori is 814146.
What is the population of Palojori?
Palojori has a total population of 2,727, including 1,396 males and 1,331 females.
How many households are there in Palojori?
There are 480 households in Palojori.
What is the literacy rate in Palojori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palojori is 63.29%. Male literacy is 70.34% and female literacy is 55.90%.