Palka

Palka is a village located in Nagar tehsil of Bharatpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nagar (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Bharatpur. As per 2009 stats, Palka village is also a gram panchayat.

Palka has its own place in the vibrant Bharatpur 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 Palka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palka is 074199. The village spans a total geographical area of 838.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 321024. Nagar is nearest town to Palka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Palka 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 Nagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Palka

Below is a concise population overview of Palka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,769 1,452 1,317
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 416 214 202
Scheduled Castes (SC) 400 235 165
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 59 34 25
Literate Population 1,716 1,089 627
Illiterate Population 1,053 363 690

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palka village:

  • The total population of Palka village is around 2,769, including approximately 1,452 males and 1,317 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 416 children aged 0–6 years in Palka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palka village has 400 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 59 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palka village is about 61.97%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 47.61%.
  • There are around 442 households in Palka village.

Connectivity of Palka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palka. As per the 2011 stats, Palka 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palka

Knowing the nearby villages of Palka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palka.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palka

Where is Palka located?
Palka village is situated in Nagar Tehsil, within the Bharatpur district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palka?
Palka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palka?
The pincode of Palka is 321024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palka is 2,769, with 1,452 males and 1,317 females.
How many households are there in Palka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palka village has a total of 442 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palka is 61.97%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 47.61%.