Palika

Palika is a village located in Tufanganj Ii subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.5km away from sub-district headquarter Baksirhat (tehsildar office) and 41.1km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Mahiskuchi I is the gram panchayat of Palika village.

Palika has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 Palika

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palika is 308432. The village spans a total geographical area of 414.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736159. Tufangunj is nearest town to Palika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Palika

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,908 1,483 1,425
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 296 139 157
Scheduled Castes (SC) 637 341 296
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,107 1,168 939
Illiterate Population 801 315 486

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

  • The total population of Palika village is around 2,908, including approximately 1,483 males and 1,425 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 296 children aged 0–6 years in Palika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palika village has 637 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palika village is about 72.46%, with male literacy at 78.76% and female literacy at 65.89%.
  • There are around 708 households in Palika village.

Connectivity of Palika

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palika. As per the 2011 stats, Palika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palika

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

Mahishkuchi Falimari Phersabari Bhanukumari Atra Dhaldabri Chhat Bhareya Bhandijalas Langalgram Haripur Bara Kodali

Frequently Asked Questions about Palika

Where is Palika located?
Palika village is situated in Tufanganj Ii Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palika?
The Gram Panchayat of Palika is Mahiskuchi I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palika?
The pincode of Palika is 736159, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palika is 2,908, with 1,483 males and 1,425 females.
How many households are there in Palika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palika village has a total of 708 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palika as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palika is 72.46%. The male literacy rate is 78.76%, while the female literacy rate is 65.89%.