Palmarua - Tisri, Giridih
Palmarua is a village situated in the Tisri subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tisri and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Tisri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palmarua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palmarua is 350425. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 815317 pincode.
Palmarua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palmarua
According to the 2011 Census, Palmarua village had a total population of 3,960 people, including 1,858 males and 2,102 females, living in 732 households. The sex ratio was 1,131 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.64%, with male literacy at 71.91% and female literacy at 45.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 520.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,960 | 1,858 | 2,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 870 | 452 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 520 | 234 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,781 | 1,011 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,179 | 847 | 1,332 |
Nearby Villages of Palmarua
Palmarua is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palmarua
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Palmarua is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Palmarua
Where is Palmarua located?
Palmarua village is located in Tisri Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palmarua?
The Gram Panchayat of Palmarua is Tisri.
What is the pincode of Palmarua?
The pincode of Palmarua is 815317.
What is the population of Palmarua?
Palmarua had a total population of 3,960, including 1,858 males and 2,102 females.
How many households are there in Palmarua?
Palmarua had 732 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palmarua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palmarua was 57.64%. Male literacy was 71.91% and female literacy was 45.72%.