Palubera - Purbi Tundi*, Dhanbad
Palubera is a village situated in the Purbi Tundi* subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purbi Tundi* and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Ukma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palubera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palubera is 361210. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.92 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Palubera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palubera
According to the 2011 Census, Palubera village had a total population of 638 people, including 330 males and 308 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.04%, with male literacy at 84.64% and female literacy at 53.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 208.
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 | 638 | 330 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 237 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 93 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Palubera
Palubera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khudibera | West | 1.24 km |
| Baijnathpur | North | 1.64 km |
| Barikocha | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Dumra | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Bankipur | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Dulkikocha | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Gidibera | North | 2.87 km |
| Karangura | East | 2.96 km |
| Raipur | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Mahtabera | South-West | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palubera
Palubera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kandra, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 km.
| 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 Dhanbad to Palubera is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palubera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palubera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palubera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palubera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palubera
Where is Palubera located?
Palubera village is located in Purbi Tundi* Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palubera?
The Gram Panchayat of Palubera is Ukma.
What is the pincode of Palubera?
The pincode of Palubera is 828142.
What is the population of Palubera?
Palubera had a total population of 638, including 330 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Palubera?
Palubera had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palubera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palubera was 70.04%. Male literacy was 84.64% and female literacy was 53.94%.