Palpene
Palpene is a village located in Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Guhagar (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Palpene village is also a gram panchayat.
Palpene has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Palpene
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palpene is 565376. The village spans a total geographical area of 319 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415724. Chiplun is nearest town to Palpene village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palpene 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palpene
Population of Palpene
Below is a concise population overview of Palpene 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 | 796 | 327 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 525 | 255 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 72 | 199 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palpene village:
- The total population of Palpene village is around 796, including approximately 327 males and 469 females, with a sex ratio of 1434 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Palpene village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palpene village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palpene village is about 65.95%, with male literacy at 77.98% and female literacy at 57.57%.
- There are around 225 households in Palpene village.
Connectivity of Palpene
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palpene. As per the 2011 stats, Palpene 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palpene
Knowing the nearby villages of Palpene helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palpene.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palpene
- Where is Palpene located?
- Palpene village is situated in Guhagar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palpene?
- Palpene serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palpene?
- The pincode of Palpene is 415724, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palpene as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palpene is 796, with 327 males and 469 females.
- How many households are there in Palpene as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palpene village has a total of 225 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palpene as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palpene is 65.95%. The male literacy rate is 77.98%, while the female literacy rate is 57.57%.