Palangaon
Palangaon is a village located in Deori tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Deori (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Palangaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Palangaon has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya 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 Palangaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palangaon is 538401. The village spans a total geographical area of 693.89 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Palangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 82km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palangaon 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 Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palangaon
Population of Palangaon
Below is a concise population overview of Palangaon 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 | 1,436 | 722 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 166 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 891 | 437 | 454 |
| Literate Population | 971 | 553 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 169 | 296 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palangaon village:
- The total population of Palangaon village is around 1,436, including approximately 722 males and 714 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 158 children aged 0–6 years in Palangaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palangaon village has 310 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 891 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palangaon village is about 67.62%, with male literacy at 76.59% and female literacy at 58.54%.
- There are around 311 households in Palangaon village.
Connectivity of Palangaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palangaon. As per the 2011 stats, Palangaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palangaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Palangaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palangaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palangaon
- Where is Palangaon located?
- Palangaon village is situated in Deori Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palangaon?
- Palangaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Palangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palangaon is 1,436, with 722 males and 714 females.
- How many households are there in Palangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palangaon village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palangaon is 67.62%. The male literacy rate is 76.59%, while the female literacy rate is 58.54%.