Palhera
Palhera is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Palhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palhera unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Palhera’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 Palhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palhera is 498167. The village spans a total geographical area of 285.51 hectares. Malajkhand is nearest town to Palhera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Palhera 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palhera
Population of Palhera
According to the 2011 Census, Palhera has a total population of about 1,367, with approximately 701 males and 666 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 282. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.52%, with male literacy at about 77.18% and female literacy near 63.51%. There are around 334 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,367 | 701 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 87 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 53 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 150 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 541 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 160 | 243 |
Connectivity of Palhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palhera. As per the 2011 stats, Palhera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Palhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palhera
- Where is Palhera located?
- Palhera village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palhera?
- Palhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Palhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palhera is 1,367, with 701 males and 666 females.
- How many households are there in Palhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palhera village has a total of 334 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palhera is 70.52%. The male literacy rate is 77.18%, while the female literacy rate is 63.51%.