Palgam
About Palgam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palgam village is 378806. Palgam village is located in Chandil subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Chandil. Sarikela - Kharswana is the district headquarter of Palgam village. As per 2009 stats, Dhunaburu is the gram panchayat of Palgam village.
The total geographical area of village is 101 hectares. Palgam has a total population of 500 peoples, out of which male population is 250 while female population is 250. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palgam village is 44.40% out of which 57.60% males and 31.20% females are literate. There are about 113 houses in palgam village. Pincode of palgam village locality is 832404.
When it comes to administration, Palgam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Palgam village comes under Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency. Jamshedpur is nearest town to palgam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Palgam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 250 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 144 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 106 | 172 |
Connectivity of Palgam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palgam
Where is Palgam located?
Palgam village is situated in Chandil Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Palgam is Dhunaburu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palgam?
The pincode of Palgam is 832404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palgam is 500, with 250 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Palgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palgam village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palgam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palgam is 44.40%. The male literacy rate is 57.60%, while the female literacy rate is 31.20%.