Palitpur - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Palitpur is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 81.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kushmore-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palitpur is 316114. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.61 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Raghunathganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Palitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalhati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palitpur
As per Census 2011, Palitpur village has a total population of 445 people, consisting of 225 males and 220 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 278 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palitpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 445 | 225 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 90 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 278 | 156 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 69 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Palitpur
Palitpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palitpur
Palitpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Palitpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathganj to Palitpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Palitpur is about 81.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palitpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palitpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palitpur
Where is Palitpur located?
Palitpur village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palitpur is Kushmore-i.
What is the pincode of Palitpur?
The pincode of Palitpur is 731221.
What is the population of Palitpur?
Palitpur has a total population of 445, including 225 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Palitpur?
There are 107 households in Palitpur.
What is the literacy rate in Palitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palitpur is 62.47%. Male literacy is 69.33% and female literacy is 55.45%.