Palkhanda
About Palkhanda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palkhanda village is 469424. Palkhanda village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 363.78 hectares. Palkhanda has a total population of 655 peoples, out of which male population is 364 while female population is 291. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 799 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palkhanda village is 46.56% out of which 60.16% males and 29.55% females are literate. There are about 161 houses in palkhanda village.
When it comes to administration, Palkhanda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Palkhanda village comes under Garoth Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandsour Lok Sabha constituency. Shamgarh is nearest town to palkhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Palkhanda
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 655 | 364 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 219 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 145 | 205 |
Connectivity of Palkhanda
| 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 |
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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%.