Palpal
About Palpal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palpal village is 331177. Palpal village is located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 26.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Arsha is the gram panchayat of Palpal village.
The total geographical area of village is 1513.13 hectares. Palpal has a total population of 5,511 peoples, out of which male population is 2,698 while female population is 2,813. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1042 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palpal village is 39.61% out of which 51.37% males and 28.33% females are literate. There are about 986 houses in palpal village. Pincode of palpal village locality is 723216.
When it comes to administration, Palpal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Palpal village comes under Joypur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to palpal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Palpal
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,511 | 2,698 | 2,813 |
| Literate Population | 2,183 | 1,386 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,328 | 1,312 | 2,016 |
Connectivity of Palpal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palpal
Where is Palpal located?
Palpal village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Palpal is Arsha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palpal?
The pincode of Palpal is 723216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palpal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palpal is 5,511, with 2,698 males and 2,813 females.
How many households are there in Palpal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palpal village has a total of 986 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palpal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palpal is 39.61%. The male literacy rate is 51.37%, while the female literacy rate is 28.33%.