Palu
Palu is a village located in Murbad tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Murbad (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Palu village is also a gram panchayat.
Palu has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Palu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palu is 553182. The village spans a total geographical area of 2073 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 421402. Kalyan is nearest town to Palu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
Google Map of Palu
Population of Palu
Below is a concise population overview of Palu 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 | 489 | 245 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 204 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 41 | 76 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palu village:
- The total population of Palu village is around 489, including approximately 245 males and 244 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Palu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palu village has 37 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 16 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palu village is about 76.07%, with male literacy at 83.27% and female literacy at 68.85%.
- There are around 107 households in Palu village.
Connectivity of Palu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palu. As per the 2011 stats, Palu 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palu
Knowing the nearby villages of Palu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palu
- Where is Palu located?
- Palu village is situated in Murbad Tehsil, within the Thane 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 421402, 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 489, with 245 males and 244 females.
- How many households are there in Palu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palu village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palu is 76.07%. The male literacy rate is 83.27%, while the female literacy rate is 68.85%.