Palma
Palma is a village located in Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sarath (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Devghar. As per 2009 stats, Palma village is also a gram panchayat.
Palma has its own place in the vibrant Deoghar 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 Palma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palma is 355303. The village spans a total geographical area of 377 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815151. Jamtara is nearest town to Palma village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palma
Population of Palma
Below is a concise population overview of Palma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,590 | 793 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 130 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 104 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 765 | 359 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 438 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 910 | 355 | 555 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palma village:
- The total population of Palma village is around 1,590, including approximately 793 males and 797 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Palma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palma village has 216 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 765 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palma village is about 42.77%, with male literacy at 55.23% and female literacy at 30.36%.
- There are around 283 households in Palma village.
Connectivity of Palma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palma. As per the 2011 stats, Palma 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 Palma
Knowing the nearby villages of Palma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palma
- Where is Palma located?
- Palma village is situated in Sarath Subdivision, within the Deoghar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palma?
- Palma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palma?
- The pincode of Palma is 815151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palma is 1,590, with 793 males and 797 females.
- How many households are there in Palma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palma village has a total of 283 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palma is 42.77%. The male literacy rate is 55.23%, while the female literacy rate is 30.36%.