Palkhanda
Palkhanda is a village located in Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Shamgarh (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Mandsaur. As per 2009 stats, Vishniya is the gram panchayat of Palkhanda village.
Palkhanda has its own place in the vibrant Mandsaur 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 Palkhanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palkhanda is 469424. The village spans a total geographical area of 363.78 hectares. Shamgarh is nearest town to Palkhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palkhanda 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 Garoth Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandsour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palkhanda
Population of Palkhanda
Below is a concise population overview of Palkhanda 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 | 655 | 364 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 210 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 305 | 219 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 145 | 205 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palkhanda village:
- The total population of Palkhanda village is around 655, including approximately 364 males and 291 females, with a sex ratio of 799 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Palkhanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palkhanda village has 364 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palkhanda village is about 46.56%, with male literacy at 60.16% and female literacy at 29.55%.
- There are around 161 households in Palkhanda village.
Connectivity of Palkhanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palkhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Palkhanda 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palkhanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Palkhanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palkhanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palkhanda
- Where is Palkhanda located?
- Palkhanda village is situated in Shamgarh Tehsil, within the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palkhanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palkhanda is Vishniya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Palkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkhanda is 655, with 364 males and 291 females.
- How many households are there in Palkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palkhanda village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkhanda is 46.56%. The male literacy rate is 60.16%, while the female literacy rate is 29.55%.