Palunda
Palunda is a village located in Lalsot tehsil of Dausa district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Lalsot (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Dausa. As per 2009 stats, Palunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Palunda has its own place in the vibrant Dausa 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 Palunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palunda is 078745. The village spans a total geographical area of 373.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 303505. Lalsot is nearest town to Palunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palunda 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 Lalsot Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dausa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palunda
Population of Palunda
Below is a concise population overview of Palunda 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 | 1,518 | 762 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 148 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 180 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,086 | 537 | 549 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 507 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 255 | 437 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palunda village:
- The total population of Palunda village is around 1,518, including approximately 762 males and 756 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 273 children aged 0–6 years in Palunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palunda village has 336 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,086 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palunda village is about 54.41%, with male literacy at 66.54% and female literacy at 42.20%.
- There are around 279 households in Palunda village.
Connectivity of Palunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palunda. As per the 2011 stats, Palunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Palunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palunda
- Where is Palunda located?
- Palunda village is situated in Lalsot Tehsil, within the Dausa district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palunda?
- Palunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palunda?
- The pincode of Palunda is 303505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palunda is 1,518, with 762 males and 756 females.
- How many households are there in Palunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palunda village has a total of 279 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palunda is 54.41%. The male literacy rate is 66.54%, while the female literacy rate is 42.20%.