Paltha
Paltha is a village located in Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Meerganj (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Bareilly. As per 2009 stats, Paltha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Paltha unique in its vibrant Meerganj-Bareilly region. You’ll see Paltha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Paltha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paltha is 129555. The village spans a total geographical area of 285.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 243506. Meerganj is nearest town to Paltha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Paltha 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 Meerganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bareilly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Paltha
Population of Paltha
According to the 2011 Census, Paltha has a total population of about 1,594, with approximately 856 males and 738 females. The sex ratio is around 862 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 257 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 607 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.51%, with male literacy at about 61.68% and female literacy near 39.70%. There are around 293 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Paltha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,594 | 856 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 129 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 326 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 821 | 528 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 773 | 328 | 445 |
Connectivity of Paltha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paltha. As per the 2011 stats, Paltha 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paltha
Knowing the nearby villages of Paltha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paltha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paltha
- Where is Paltha located?
- Paltha village is situated in Meerganj Tehsil, within the Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paltha?
- Paltha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Paltha?
- The pincode of Paltha is 243506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paltha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paltha is 1,594, with 856 males and 738 females.
- How many households are there in Paltha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paltha village has a total of 293 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paltha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paltha is 51.51%. The male literacy rate is 61.68%, while the female literacy rate is 39.70%.