Palna
Palna is a village located in Chandil subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Chandil (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sarikela. As per 2009 stats, Hensakocha is the gram panchayat of Palna village.
Here you can discover what makes Palna unique in its vibrant Chandil-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Palna’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 Palna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palna is 378787. The village spans a total geographical area of 395 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832404. Chandil is nearest town to Palna village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Palna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palna
Population of Palna
According to the 2011 Census, Palna has a total population of about 843, with approximately 418 males and 425 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 293. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.77%, with male literacy at about 65.07% and female literacy near 36.71%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 843 | 418 | 425 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 64 | 55 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 150 | 143 |
Literate Population | 428 | 272 | 156 |
Illiterate Population | 415 | 146 | 269 |
Connectivity of Palna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palna. As per the 2011 stats, Palna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palna
Knowing the nearby villages of Palna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palna
- Where is Palna located?
- Palna village is situated in Chandil Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palna is Hensakocha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palna?
- The pincode of Palna is 832404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palna is 843, with 418 males and 425 females.
- How many households are there in Palna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palna village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palna is 50.77%. The male literacy rate is 65.07%, while the female literacy rate is 36.71%.