Palani
Palani is a village located in Baliapur subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Baliapur (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Palani village is also a gram panchayat.
Palani has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad 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 Palani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palani is 361898. The village spans a total geographical area of 605 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 828201. Baliapur is nearest town to Palani village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palani
Population of Palani
Below is a concise population overview of Palani 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 | 3,889 | 2,013 | 1,876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 289 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 106 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 126 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 2,478 | 1,461 | 1,017 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,411 | 552 | 859 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palani village:
- The total population of Palani village is around 3,889, including approximately 2,013 males and 1,876 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 540 children aged 0–6 years in Palani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palani village has 197 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 241 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palani village is about 63.72%, with male literacy at 72.58% and female literacy at 54.21%.
- There are around 723 households in Palani village.
Connectivity of Palani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palani. As per the 2011 stats, Palani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palani
Knowing the nearby villages of Palani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palani
- Where is Palani located?
- Palani village is situated in Baliapur Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palani?
- Palani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palani?
- The pincode of Palani is 828201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palani is 3,889, with 2,013 males and 1,876 females.
- How many households are there in Palani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palani village has a total of 723 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palani is 63.72%. The male literacy rate is 72.58%, while the female literacy rate is 54.21%.