Paltanganj - Taljhari, Sahebganj
Paltanganj is a village situated in the Taljhari subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Taljhari. Bari Bhagiyamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paltanganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paltanganj is 358802. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 816129 pincode. Sahebganj is the nearest town.
Paltanganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Paltanganj
According to the 2011 Census, Paltanganj village had a total population of 299 people, including 167 males and 132 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 790 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.49%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 52.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
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 | 299 | 167 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 104 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 100 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 67 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Paltanganj
Paltanganj 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 Paltanganj
Paltanganj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Paltanganj has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
Banking and Postal Services in Paltanganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paltanganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paltanganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paltanganj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paltanganj
Where is Paltanganj located?
Paltanganj village is located in Taljhari Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paltanganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Paltanganj is Bari Bhagiyamari.
What is the pincode of Paltanganj?
The pincode of Paltanganj is 816129.
What is the population of Paltanganj?
Paltanganj had a total population of 299, including 167 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Paltanganj?
Paltanganj had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paltanganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paltanganj was 63.49%. Male literacy was 72.46% and female literacy was 52.63%.