Palpara
Palpara is a village located in Potashpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Amarshi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Palpara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chistipur Ii is the gram panchayat of Palpara village.
Here you can discover what makes Palpara unique in its vibrant Potashpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Palpara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palpara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palpara is 345037. The village spans a total geographical area of 355.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721458. Egra is nearest town to Palpara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Palpara
Population of Palpara
According to the 2011 Census, Palpara has a total population of about 7,007, with approximately 3,559 males and 3,448 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 889 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 158 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.28%, with male literacy at about 78.17% and female literacy near 68.24%. There are around 1,740 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palpara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,007 | 3,559 | 3,448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 889 | 447 | 442 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,135 | 2,782 | 2,353 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,872 | 777 | 1,095 |
Connectivity of Palpara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palpara. As per the 2011 stats, Palpara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palpara
Knowing the nearby villages of Palpara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palpara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palpara
- Where is Palpara located?
- Palpara village is situated in Potashpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palpara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palpara is Chistipur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palpara?
- The pincode of Palpara is 721458, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palpara is 7,007, with 3,559 males and 3,448 females.
- How many households are there in Palpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palpara village has a total of 1,740 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palpara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palpara is 73.28%. The male literacy rate is 78.17%, while the female literacy rate is 68.24%.