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.

Palpara has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 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.

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Population of Palpara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Palpara village is around 7,007, including approximately 3,559 males and 3,448 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 889 children aged 0–6 years in Palpara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palpara village has 158 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palpara village is about 73.28%, with male literacy at 78.17% and female literacy at 68.24%.
  • There are around 1,740 households in Palpara village.

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%.