Palasi

Palasi is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Shikaripara (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Palasi village is also a gram panchayat.

Palasi has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Palasi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palasi is 370932. The village spans a total geographical area of 336 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816118. Dumka is nearest town to Palasi village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Palasi

Below is a concise population overview of Palasi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,162 584 578
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 168 87 81
Scheduled Castes (SC) 19 11 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 268 117 151
Literate Population 646 392 254
Illiterate Population 516 192 324

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palasi village:

  • The total population of Palasi village is around 1,162, including approximately 584 males and 578 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 168 children aged 0–6 years in Palasi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palasi village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 268 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palasi village is about 55.59%, with male literacy at 67.12% and female literacy at 43.94%.
  • There are around 282 households in Palasi village.

Connectivity of Palasi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palasi. As per the 2011 stats, Palasi 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palasi

Knowing the nearby villages of Palasi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palasi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palasi

Where is Palasi located?
Palasi village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasi?
Palasi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palasi?
The pincode of Palasi is 816118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palasi is 1,162, with 584 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Palasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palasi village has a total of 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palasi is 55.59%. The male literacy rate is 67.12%, while the female literacy rate is 43.94%.