Palsa
Palsa is a village located in Murarai I subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.1km away from sub-district headquarter Murarai (tehsildar office) and 81.7km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Palsa village is also a gram panchayat.
Palsa 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 Palsa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palsa is 316032. The village spans a total geographical area of 328.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731219. Rampurhat is nearest town to Palsa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Palsa
Population of Palsa
Below is a concise population overview of Palsa 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 | 5,417 | 2,762 | 2,655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 850 | 405 | 445 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 236 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,667 | 1,514 | 1,153 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,750 | 1,248 | 1,502 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palsa village:
- The total population of Palsa village is around 5,417, including approximately 2,762 males and 2,655 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 850 children aged 0–6 years in Palsa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palsa village has 450 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palsa village is about 49.23%, with male literacy at 54.82% and female literacy at 43.43%.
- There are around 1,144 households in Palsa village.
Connectivity of Palsa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palsa. As per the 2011 stats, Palsa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palsa
Knowing the nearby villages of Palsa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palsa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palsa
- Where is Palsa located?
- Palsa village is situated in Murarai I Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palsa?
- Palsa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palsa?
- The pincode of Palsa is 731219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palsa is 5,417, with 2,762 males and 2,655 females.
- How many households are there in Palsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palsa village has a total of 1,144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palsa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palsa is 49.23%. The male literacy rate is 54.82%, while the female literacy rate is 43.43%.