Palganjia - Sona Rai Tharhi, Deoghar
Palganjia is a village situated in the Sona Rai Tharhi subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sona Rai Tharhi and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Magdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palganjia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palganjia is 353984. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 814150 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Palganjia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palganjia
According to the 2011 Census, Palganjia village had a total population of 155 people, including 79 males and 76 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.06%, with male literacy at 76.79% and female literacy at 45.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 43 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 36 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Palganjia
Palganjia 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 Palganjia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Palganjia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Palganjia is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palganjia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palganjia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palganjia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palganjia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palganjia
Where is Palganjia located?
Palganjia village is located in Sona Rai Tharhi Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palganjia?
The Gram Panchayat of Palganjia is Magdiha.
What is the pincode of Palganjia?
The pincode of Palganjia is 814150.
What is the population of Palganjia?
Palganjia had a total population of 155, including 79 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Palganjia?
Palganjia had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palganjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palganjia was 61.06%. Male literacy was 76.79% and female literacy was 45.61%.