Palkia
Palkia is a village located in Gande subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Gande (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Pandaro is the gram panchayat of Palkia village.
Palkia 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 Palkia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palkia is 351953. The village spans a total geographical area of 286.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815302. Giridih is nearest town to Palkia village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palkia
Population of Palkia
Below is a concise population overview of Palkia 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 | 782 | 419 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 104 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 681 | 368 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 73 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 346 | 342 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palkia village:
- The total population of Palkia village is around 782, including approximately 419 males and 363 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Palkia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palkia village has 76 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 681 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palkia village is about 12.02%, with male literacy at 17.42% and female literacy at 5.79%.
- There are around 130 households in Palkia village.
Connectivity of Palkia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palkia. As per the 2011 stats, Palkia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palkia
Knowing the nearby villages of Palkia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palkia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palkia
- Where is Palkia located?
- Palkia village is situated in Gande Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palkia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palkia is Pandaro (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palkia?
- The pincode of Palkia is 815302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkia is 782, with 419 males and 363 females.
- How many households are there in Palkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palkia village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palkia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkia is 12.02%. The male literacy rate is 17.42%, while the female literacy rate is 5.79%.