Palgan
About Palgan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palgan village is 330890. Palgan village is located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 33km away from district headquarter Hura. Hura is the sub-district headquarter of Palgan village. As per 2009 stats, Daldali is the gram panchayat of Palgan village.
The total geographical area of village is 67.01 hectares. Palgan has a total population of 925 peoples, out of which male population is 465 while female population is 460. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 989 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palgan village is 62.70% out of which 73.12% males and 52.17% females are literate. There are about 179 houses in palgan village. Pincode of palgan village locality is 723132.
When it comes to administration, Palgan 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, Palgan village comes under Manbazar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to palgan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Palgan
The population details of Palgan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 925 | 465 | 460 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 473 | 238 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 340 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 125 | 220 |
Connectivity of Palgan
| 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 village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palgan
Where is Palgan located?
Palgan village is situated in Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palgan?
The Gram Panchayat of Palgan is Daldali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palgan?
The pincode of Palgan is 723132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palgan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palgan is 925, with 465 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Palgan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palgan village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palgan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palgan is 62.70%. The male literacy rate is 73.12%, while the female literacy rate is 52.17%.