Palpur
Palpur is a village located in Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatampur (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Kanpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Palpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palpur unique in its vibrant Ghatampur-Kanpur Nagar region. You’ll see Palpur’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 Palpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palpur is 150679. The village spans a total geographical area of 461.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 209209. Ghatampur is nearest town to Palpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Palpur
Population of Palpur
According to the 2011 Census, Palpur has a total population of about 1,379, with approximately 753 males and 626 females. The sex ratio is around 831 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 211 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 91 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 62.58%, with male literacy at about 68.79% and female literacy near 55.11%. There are around 233 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,379 | 753 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 52 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 863 | 518 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 235 | 281 |
Connectivity of Palpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palpur. As per the 2011 stats, Palpur 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 Palpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Palpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palpur
- Where is Palpur located?
- Palpur village is situated in Ghatampur Tehsil, within the Kanpur Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palpur?
- Palpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palpur?
- The pincode of Palpur is 209209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palpur is 1,379, with 753 males and 626 females.
- How many households are there in Palpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palpur village has a total of 233 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palpur is 62.58%. The male literacy rate is 68.79%, while the female literacy rate is 55.11%.