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.
Palkiri has its own place in the vibrant Bhadrak 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Palkiri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palkiri village:
- The total population of Palkiri village is around 1,539, including approximately 787 males and 752 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 193 children aged 0–6 years in Palkiri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palkiri village has 466 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 51 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palkiri village is about 69.59%, with male literacy at 75.35% and female literacy at 63.56%.
- There are around 358 households in Palkiri village.
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%.