Palu
About Palu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palu village is 565974. Palu village is located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 62km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Palu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1239.96 hectares. Palu has a total population of 763 peoples, out of which male population is 349 while female population is 414. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1186 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palu village is 63.96% out of which 73.35% males and 56.04% females are literate. There are about 180 houses in palu village. Pincode of palu village locality is 416701.
When it comes to administration, Palu 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, Palu village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to palu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Palu
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 763 | 349 | 414 |
| Children (0-6) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 96 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 488 | 256 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 93 | 182 |
Connectivity of Palu
| 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 Palu
Where is Palu located?
Palu village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palu?
Palu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palu?
The pincode of Palu is 416701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palu is 763, with 349 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Palu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palu village has a total of 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palu is 63.96%. The male literacy rate is 73.35%, while the female literacy rate is 56.04%.