Palika
About Palika
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palika village is 308432. Palika village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 414.92 hectares. Palika has a total population of 2,908 peoples, out of which male population is 1,483 while female population is 1,425. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 960 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palika village is 72.46% out of which 78.76% males and 65.89% females are literate. There are about 708 houses in palika village. Pincode of palika village 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
The population details of Palika cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,908 | 1,483 | 1,425 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 296 | 139 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 637 | 341 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,107 | 1,168 | 939 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 315 | 486 |
Connectivity of Palika
| 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 |
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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%.