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.

Here you can discover what makes Palaunjia unique in its vibrant Birni-Giridih region. You’ll see Palaunjia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Palaunjia has a total population of about 847, with approximately 416 males and 431 females. The sex ratio is around 1036 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.84%, with male literacy at about 64.66% and female literacy near 43.39%. There are around 140 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palaunjia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.