Palaunjia
Palaunjia is a village located in Birni subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Birni. Birni is the sub-district headquarter of Palaunjia village. As per 2009 stats, Birni is the gram panchayat of Palaunjia village.
Palaunjia has its own place in the vibrant Giridih 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 Palaunjia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palaunjia is 352282. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825324. Birni is nearest town to Palaunjia village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Palaunjia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Palaunjia
Below is a concise population overview of Palaunjia 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 | 847 | 416 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 66 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 456 | 269 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 147 | 244 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palaunjia village:
- The total population of Palaunjia village is around 847, including approximately 416 males and 431 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Palaunjia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palaunjia village has 88 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palaunjia village is about 53.84%, with male literacy at 64.66% and female literacy at 43.39%.
- There are around 140 households in Palaunjia village.
Connectivity of Palaunjia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palaunjia. As per the 2011 stats, Palaunjia 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palaunjia
Knowing the nearby villages of Palaunjia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palaunjia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palaunjia
- Where is Palaunjia located?
- Palaunjia village is situated in Birni Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palaunjia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palaunjia is Birni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palaunjia?
- The pincode of Palaunjia is 825324, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palaunjia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palaunjia is 847, with 416 males and 431 females.
- How many households are there in Palaunjia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palaunjia village has a total of 140 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palaunjia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palaunjia is 53.84%. The male literacy rate is 64.66%, while the female literacy rate is 43.39%.