Palighar

Palighar is a village located in Chakarnagar tehsil of Etawah district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chakar Nagar (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Etawah. As per 2009 stats, Kundol is the gram panchayat of Palighar village.

Here you can discover what makes Palighar unique in its vibrant Chakarnagar-Etawah region. You’ll see Palighar’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 Palighar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palighar is 147972. The village spans a total geographical area of 369.449 hectares. Chakarnagar is nearest town to Palighar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Palighar 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 Bharthana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Etawah 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 Palighar

According to the 2011 Census, Palighar has a total population of about 796, with approximately 411 males and 385 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 247 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 67.84%, with male literacy at about 74.70% and female literacy near 60.52%. There are around 154 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palighar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 796 411 385
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 127 71 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 247 127 120
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 540 307 233
Illiterate Population 256 104 152

Connectivity of Palighar

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

Nearby Villages of Palighar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Palighar

Where is Palighar located?
Palighar village is situated in Chakarnagar Tehsil, within the Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palighar?
The Gram Panchayat of Palighar is Kundol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Palighar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palighar is 796, with 411 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Palighar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palighar village has a total of 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palighar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palighar is 67.84%. The male literacy rate is 74.70%, while the female literacy rate is 60.52%.