Palghar
About Palghar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palghar village is 564773. Palghar village is located in Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Mandangad (tehsildar office) and 180km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Palghar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 290.48 hectares. Palghar has a total population of 568 peoples, out of which male population is 243 while female population is 325. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1337 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palghar village is 75.53% out of which 83.54% males and 69.54% females are literate. There are about 144 houses in palghar village.
When it comes to administration, Palghar 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, Palghar village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Khed is nearest town to palghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Palghar
The population details of Palghar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 243 | 325 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 33 | 10 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 203 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 40 | 99 |
Connectivity of Palghar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palghar
Where is Palghar located?
Palghar village is situated in Mandangad Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palghar?
Palghar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Palghar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palghar is 568, with 243 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Palghar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palghar village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palghar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palghar is 75.53%. The male literacy rate is 83.54%, while the female literacy rate is 69.54%.