Palachand
Palachand is a village located in Khair tehsil of Aligarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Khair (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Aligarh. As per 2009 stats, Palachand village is also a gram panchayat.
Palachand has its own place in the vibrant Aligarh 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 Palachand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palachand is 121866. The village spans a total geographical area of 347.87 hectares. Khair is nearest town to Palachand village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Palachand 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 Khair Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aligarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palachand
Population of Palachand
Below is a concise population overview of Palachand 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 | 2,315 | 1,212 | 1,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 208 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 610 | 323 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 699 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,212 | 513 | 699 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palachand village:
- The total population of Palachand village is around 2,315, including approximately 1,212 males and 1,103 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 416 children aged 0–6 years in Palachand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palachand village has 610 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palachand village is about 47.65%, with male literacy at 57.67% and female literacy at 36.63%.
- There are around 378 households in Palachand village.
Connectivity of Palachand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palachand. As per the 2011 stats, Palachand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palachand
Knowing the nearby villages of Palachand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palachand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palachand
- Where is Palachand located?
- Palachand village is situated in Khair Tehsil, within the Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palachand?
- Palachand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Palachand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palachand is 2,315, with 1,212 males and 1,103 females.
- How many households are there in Palachand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palachand village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palachand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palachand is 47.65%. The male literacy rate is 57.67%, while the female literacy rate is 36.63%.