Palkhane
About Palkhane
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palkhane village is 552506. Palkhane village is located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Palakhane is the gram panchayat of Palkhane village.
The total geographical area of village is 101.34 hectares. Palkhane has a total population of 720 peoples, out of which male population is 371 while female population is 349. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 940 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palkhane village is 75.42% out of which 77.63% males and 73.07% females are literate. There are about 164 houses in palkhane village.
When it comes to administration, Palkhane 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, Palkhane village comes under Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency. Bhiwandi is nearest town to palkhane village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Palkhane
The population details of Palkhane 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 | 720 | 371 | 349 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 288 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 83 | 94 |
Connectivity of Palkhane
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palkhane
Where is Palkhane located?
Palkhane village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkhane?
The Gram Panchayat of Palkhane is Palakhane (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Palkhane as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkhane is 720, with 371 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Palkhane as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palkhane village has a total of 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkhane as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkhane is 75.42%. The male literacy rate is 77.63%, while the female literacy rate is 73.07%.