Palaj
About Palaj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palaj village is 544850. Palaj village is located in Bhokar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Bhokar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Palaj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 669 hectares. Palaj has a total population of 2,843 peoples, out of which male population is 1,381 while female population is 1,462. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1058 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palaj village is 56.24% out of which 67.34% males and 45.76% females are literate. There are about 616 houses in palaj village. Pincode of palaj village locality is 431801.
When it comes to administration, Palaj 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, Palaj village comes under Bhokar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nanded Lok Sabha constituency. Peth Umri is nearest town to palaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Palaj
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,843 | 1,381 | 1,462 |
| Literate Population | 1,599 | 930 | 669 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,244 | 451 | 793 |
Connectivity of Palaj
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palaj
Where is Palaj located?
Palaj village is situated in Bhokar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaj?
Palaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palaj?
The pincode of Palaj is 431801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palaj is 2,843, with 1,381 males and 1,462 females.
How many households are there in Palaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palaj village has a total of 616 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palaj is 56.24%. The male literacy rate is 67.34%, while the female literacy rate is 45.76%.