Palkheda
Palkheda is a village located in Goregaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Goregaon (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Palkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Palkheda 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 Palkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palkheda is 537721. The village spans a total geographical area of 678.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 441807. Gondiya is nearest town to Palkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palkheda 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 Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Palkheda
Below is a concise population overview of Palkheda 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 | 438 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 49 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 144 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 361 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 77 | 118 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palkheda village:
- The total population of Palkheda village is around 846, including approximately 438 males and 408 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 84 children aged 0–6 years in Palkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palkheda village has 152 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 270 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palkheda village is about 76.95%, with male literacy at 82.42% and female literacy at 71.08%.
- There are around 193 households in Palkheda village.
Connectivity of Palkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Palkheda 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 Palkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Palkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palkheda
- Where is Palkheda located?
- Palkheda village is situated in Goregaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palkheda?
- Palkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palkheda?
- The pincode of Palkheda is 441807, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkheda is 846, with 438 males and 408 females.
- How many households are there in Palkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palkheda village has a total of 193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkheda is 76.95%. The male literacy rate is 82.42%, while the female literacy rate is 71.08%.