Palkuchhera - Amarpur, Gomati
Palkuchhera is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Gomati district, Tripura. It is located approximately 14 km from Ompi and around 64 km from Udaipur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palkuchhera is 272182. The village covers a total geographical area of 1193 hectares and falls under the 799101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Palkuchhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ampinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palkuchhera
As per Census 2011, Palkuchhera village has a total population of 1,991 people, consisting of 1,015 males and 976 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,377 literate and 614 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,901 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palkuchhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,991 | 1,015 | 976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 156 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,901 | 958 | 943 |
| Literate Population | 1,377 | 775 | 602 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 240 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Palkuchhera
Palkuchhera is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palkuchhera
Public transport in the Palkuchhera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Palkuchhera is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Palkuchhera is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palkuchhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palkuchhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palkuchhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palkuchhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palkuchhera
Where is Palkuchhera located?
Palkuchhera village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Gomati district, Tripura, India.
What is the pincode of Palkuchhera?
The pincode of Palkuchhera is 799101.
What is the population of Palkuchhera?
Palkuchhera has a total population of 1,991, including 1,015 males and 976 females.
How many households are there in Palkuchhera?
There are 396 households in Palkuchhera.
What is the literacy rate in Palkuchhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palkuchhera is 69.16%. Male literacy is 76.35% and female literacy is 61.68%.