Palsa
Palsa is a village located in Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Maheshpur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Pakur. As per 2009 stats, Palsa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palsa unique in its vibrant Maheshpur-Pakur region. You’ll see Palsa’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 Palsa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palsa is 360802. The village spans a total geographical area of 287 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816106. Maheshpur is nearest town to Palsa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palsa
Population of Palsa
According to the 2011 Census, Palsa has a total population of about 2,677, with approximately 1,379 males and 1,298 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 465 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 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 47.52%, with male literacy at about 52.28% and female literacy near 42.45%. There are around 577 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palsa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,677 | 1,379 | 1,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 236 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,272 | 721 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,405 | 658 | 747 |
Connectivity of Palsa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palsa. As per the 2011 stats, Palsa 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 Palsa
Knowing the nearby villages of Palsa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palsa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palsa
- Where is Palsa located?
- Palsa village is situated in Maheshpur Subdivision, within the Pakur district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palsa?
- Palsa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palsa?
- The pincode of Palsa is 816106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palsa is 2,677, with 1,379 males and 1,298 females.
- How many households are there in Palsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palsa village has a total of 577 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palsa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palsa is 47.52%. The male literacy rate is 52.28%, while the female literacy rate is 42.45%.