Palhera
Palhera is a village located in Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kirnapur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Palhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Palhera has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palhera is 497944. The village spans a total geographical area of 345.82 hectares. Balaghat is nearest town to Palhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
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 Lanji 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
Below is a concise population overview of Palhera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,335 | 656 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 72 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 37 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 873 | 484 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 172 | 290 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palhera village:
- The total population of Palhera village is around 1,335, including approximately 656 males and 679 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 144 children aged 0–6 years in Palhera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palhera village has 83 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palhera village is about 65.39%, with male literacy at 73.78% and female literacy at 57.29%.
- There are around 271 households in Palhera village.
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 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 Kirnapur 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 1,335, with 656 males and 679 females.
- How many households are there in Palhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palhera village has a total of 271 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palhera is 65.39%. The male literacy rate is 73.78%, while the female literacy rate is 57.29%.