Palhea - Manika, Latehar
Palhea is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manika and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Palheya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palhea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palhea is 366919. The village covers a total geographical area of 881 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode.
Palhea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palhea
As per Census 2011, Palhea village has a total population of 2,523 people, consisting of 1,282 males and 1,241 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 500 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,214 literate and 1,309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 574 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,356 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palhea are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,523 | 1,282 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 257 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 574 | 277 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,356 | 692 | 664 |
| Literate Population | 1,214 | 735 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,309 | 547 | 762 |
Nearby Villages of Palhea
Palhea is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Puruipalhea | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Kurund | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Bandua | West | 2.73 km |
| Matlaung | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Jungur | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Baraitu | North | 3.33 km |
| Kurid | East | 3.69 km |
| Naihara | North-East | 3.71 km |
| South | 4.35 km | |
| Siris | North | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palhea
Public transport in the Palhea is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Palhea is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palhea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palhea village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palhea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palhea village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Palhea
Where is Palhea located?
Palhea village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palhea?
The Gram Panchayat of Palhea is Palheya.
What is the pincode of Palhea?
The pincode of Palhea is 822126.
What is the population of Palhea?
Palhea has a total population of 2,523, including 1,282 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Palhea?
There are 477 households in Palhea.
What is the literacy rate in Palhea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palhea is 48.12%. Male literacy is 57.33% and female literacy is 38.60%.