Palakamthi
Palakamthi is a village located in Lalbarra tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Lalbarra (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Ganeshpur is the gram panchayat of Palakamthi village.
Palakamthi 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 Palakamthi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakamthi is 497603. The village spans a total geographical area of 213.48 hectares. Waraseoni is nearest town to Palakamthi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Palakamthi
Population of Palakamthi
Below is a concise population overview of Palakamthi 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 | 846 | 431 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 349 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 82 | 133 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palakamthi village:
- The total population of Palakamthi village is around 846, including approximately 431 males and 415 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Palakamthi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palakamthi village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palakamthi village is about 74.59%, with male literacy at 80.97% and female literacy at 67.95%.
- There are around 189 households in Palakamthi village.
Connectivity of Palakamthi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakamthi. As per the 2011 stats, Palakamthi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palakamthi
Knowing the nearby villages of Palakamthi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakamthi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakamthi
- Where is Palakamthi located?
- Palakamthi village is situated in Lalbarra Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palakamthi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palakamthi is Ganeshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Palakamthi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakamthi is 846, with 431 males and 415 females.
- How many households are there in Palakamthi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palakamthi village has a total of 189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palakamthi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakamthi is 74.59%. The male literacy rate is 80.97%, while the female literacy rate is 67.95%.