Palpai
Palpai is a village located in Khoyrasol subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.8km away from sub-district headquarter Khoyrasol (tehsildar office) and 67.3km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Hazratpur is the gram panchayat of Palpai village.
Palpai has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Palpai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palpai is 318455. The village spans a total geographical area of 246.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731125. Dubrajpur is nearest town to Palpai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Palpai
Population of Palpai
Below is a concise population overview of Palpai 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 | 2,937 | 1,549 | 1,388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 152 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,015 | 533 | 482 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,944 | 1,142 | 802 |
| Illiterate Population | 993 | 407 | 586 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palpai village:
- The total population of Palpai village is around 2,937, including approximately 1,549 males and 1,388 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 289 children aged 0–6 years in Palpai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palpai village has 1,015 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palpai village is about 66.19%, with male literacy at 73.72% and female literacy at 57.78%.
- There are around 717 households in Palpai village.
Connectivity of Palpai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palpai. As per the 2011 stats, Palpai 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 Palpai
Knowing the nearby villages of Palpai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palpai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palpai
- Where is Palpai located?
- Palpai village is situated in Khoyrasol Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palpai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palpai is Hazratpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palpai?
- The pincode of Palpai is 731125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palpai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palpai is 2,937, with 1,549 males and 1,388 females.
- How many households are there in Palpai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palpai village has a total of 717 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palpai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palpai is 66.19%. The male literacy rate is 73.72%, while the female literacy rate is 57.78%.