Palan

Palan is a village located in Mohammad Bazar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.1km away from sub-district headquarter Patalnagar. Suri is the district headquarter of Palan village. As per 2009 stats, Hinglow is the gram panchayat of Palan village.

Palan 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 Palan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palan is 316788. The village spans a total geographical area of 292.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731127. Suri is nearest town to Palan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Palan 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 Rampurhat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum 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 Palan

Below is a concise population overview of Palan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,567 819 748
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 273 149 124
Scheduled Castes (SC) 639 336 303
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 256 134 122
Literate Population 772 454 318
Illiterate Population 795 365 430

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palan village:

  • The total population of Palan village is around 1,567, including approximately 819 males and 748 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 273 children aged 0–6 years in Palan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palan village has 639 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 256 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palan village is about 49.27%, with male literacy at 55.43% and female literacy at 42.51%.
  • There are around 336 households in Palan village.

Connectivity of Palan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palan. As per the 2011 stats, Palan 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 Palan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Palan

Where is Palan located?
Palan village is situated in Mohammad Bazar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palan?
The Gram Panchayat of Palan is Hinglow (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palan?
The pincode of Palan is 731127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palan is 1,567, with 819 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Palan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palan village has a total of 336 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palan is 49.27%. The male literacy rate is 55.43%, while the female literacy rate is 42.51%.