Palkiri
Palkiri is a village located in Dhamanagar tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamanagar (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Bhaganpur is the gram panchayat of Palkiri village.
Here you can discover what makes Palkiri unique in its vibrant Dhamanagar-Bhadrak region. You’ll see Palkiri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palkiri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palkiri is 394652. The village spans a total geographical area of 314 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756117. Bhadrak is nearest town to Palkiri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Palkiri
Population of Palkiri
According to the 2011 Census, Palkiri has a total population of about 1,539, with approximately 787 males and 752 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 466 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 51. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.59%, with male literacy at about 75.35% and female literacy near 63.56%. There are around 358 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palkiri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,539 | 787 | 752 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 106 | 87 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 466 | 231 | 235 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
Literate Population | 1,071 | 593 | 478 |
Illiterate Population | 468 | 194 | 274 |
Connectivity of Palkiri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palkiri. As per the 2011 stats, Palkiri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palkiri
Knowing the nearby villages of Palkiri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palkiri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palkiri
- Where is Palkiri located?
- Palkiri village is situated in Dhamanagar Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palkiri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palkiri is Bhaganpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palkiri?
- The pincode of Palkiri is 756117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palkiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkiri is 1,539, with 787 males and 752 females.
- How many households are there in Palkiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palkiri village has a total of 358 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palkiri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkiri is 69.59%. The male literacy rate is 75.35%, while the female literacy rate is 63.56%.