Palmi - Manbazar - I, Purulia
Palmi is a village situated in the Manbazar - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Manbazar and around 40.6 km from Purulia. Chandra-pairachali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palmi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palmi is 331999. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.78 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Palmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palmi
According to the 2011 Census, Palmi village had a total population of 1,039 people, including 522 males and 517 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.95%, with male literacy at 74.83% and female literacy at 49.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 574.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 522 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 73 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 574 | 291 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 336 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 186 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Palmi
Palmi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palmi
Palmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puruliya to Palmi is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Palmi is about 40.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palmi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palmi
Where is Palmi located?
Palmi village is located in Manbazar - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palmi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palmi is Chandra-pairachali.
What is the pincode of Palmi?
The pincode of Palmi is 723131.
What is the population of Palmi?
Palmi had a total population of 1,039, including 522 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Palmi?
Palmi had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palmi was 61.95%. Male literacy was 74.83% and female literacy was 49.23%.