Palkheda
About Palkheda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palkheda village is 539010. Palkheda village is located in Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Khutgaon is the gram panchayat of Palkheda village.
The total geographical area of village is 604.74 hectares. Palkheda has a total population of 268 peoples, out of which male population is 149 while female population is 119. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 798 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palkheda village is 70.52% out of which 77.85% males and 61.34% females are literate. There are about 66 houses in palkheda village.
When it comes to administration, Palkheda 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, Palkheda village comes under Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadchiroli is nearest town to palkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Palkheda
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 149 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 116 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 33 | 46 |
Connectivity of Palkheda
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palkheda
Where is Palkheda located?
Palkheda village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Palkheda is Khutgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Palkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkheda is 268, with 149 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Palkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palkheda village has a total of 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkheda is 70.52%. The male literacy rate is 77.85%, while the female literacy rate is 61.34%.