Palra
Palra is a village located in Jamua subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jamua (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Kendua is the gram panchayat of Palra village.
Palra 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 Palra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palra is 351328. The village spans a total geographical area of 336 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815318. Jamua is nearest town to Palra village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Palra
Below is a concise population overview of Palra 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 | 988 | 511 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 90 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 190 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 320 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 191 | 289 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palra village:
- The total population of Palra village is around 988, including approximately 511 males and 477 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Palra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palra village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 349 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palra village is about 51.42%, with male literacy at 62.62% and female literacy at 39.41%.
- There are around 149 households in Palra village.
Connectivity of Palra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palra. As per the 2011 stats, Palra 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palra
Knowing the nearby villages of Palra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palra
- Where is Palra located?
- Palra village is situated in Jamua Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palra is Kendua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palra?
- The pincode of Palra is 815318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palra is 988, with 511 males and 477 females.
- How many households are there in Palra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palra village has a total of 149 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palra is 51.42%. The male literacy rate is 62.62%, while the female literacy rate is 39.41%.