Palni - Patratu, Ramgarh
Palni is a village situated in the Patratu subdivision of Ramgarh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patratu and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ramgarh. Talatand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palni is 368951. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.26 hectares and falls under the 829119 pincode.
Palni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palni
As per Census 2011, Palni village has a total population of 1,421 people, consisting of 727 males and 694 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 777 literate and 644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 634 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,421 | 727 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 123 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 634 | 315 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 465 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 262 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Palni
Palni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bartua | North | 1.89 km |
| Uchringa | East | 2.78 km |
| Talatand | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Osam | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Kurbij | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Koto | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Chaingara | West | 3.90 km |
| Ichpiri | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Benti | South | 4.10 km |
| Ukrid | North | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palni
Palni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tokisud, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.5 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramgarh to Palni 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 Palni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palni
Where is Palni located?
Palni village is located in Patratu Subdivision, Ramgarh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palni?
The Gram Panchayat of Palni is Talatand.
What is the pincode of Palni?
The pincode of Palni is 829119.
What is the population of Palni?
Palni has a total population of 1,421, including 727 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Palni?
There are 263 households in Palni.
What is the literacy rate in Palni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palni is 54.68%. Male literacy is 63.96% and female literacy is 44.96%.