Palaidanga
Palaidanga is a village located in Sankrail subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sankrail are the district & sub-district headquarters of Palaidanga village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chhatri is the gram panchayat of Palaidanga village.
Palaidanga has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Palaidanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palaidanga is 341261. The village spans a total geographical area of 119.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Palaidanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Palaidanga
Population of Palaidanga
Below is a concise population overview of Palaidanga 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 | 693 | 347 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 146 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 246 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 101 | 184 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palaidanga village:
- The total population of Palaidanga village is around 693, including approximately 347 males and 346 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Palaidanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palaidanga village has 282 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palaidanga village is about 58.87%, with male literacy at 70.89% and female literacy at 46.82%.
- There are around 159 households in Palaidanga village.
Connectivity of Palaidanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palaidanga. As per the 2011 stats, Palaidanga 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palaidanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Palaidanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palaidanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palaidanga
- Where is Palaidanga located?
- Palaidanga village is situated in Sankrail Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palaidanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palaidanga is Chhatri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palaidanga?
- The pincode of Palaidanga is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palaidanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palaidanga is 693, with 347 males and 346 females.
- How many households are there in Palaidanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palaidanga village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palaidanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palaidanga is 58.87%. The male literacy rate is 70.89%, while the female literacy rate is 46.82%.