Palghar
Palghar is a village 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.
Palghar 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 Palghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palghar is 564773. The village spans a total geographical area of 290.48 hectares. Khed is nearest town to Palghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palghar 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 Dapoli 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 Palghar
Population of Palghar
Below is a concise population overview of Palghar 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 | 568 | 243 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 10 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 203 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 40 | 99 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palghar village:
- The total population of Palghar village is around 568, including approximately 243 males and 325 females, with a sex ratio of 1337 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Palghar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palghar village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palghar village is about 75.53%, with male literacy at 83.54% and female literacy at 69.54%.
- There are around 144 households in Palghar village.
Connectivity of Palghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palghar. As per the 2011 stats, Palghar 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Palghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palghar.
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%.