Palma
About Palma
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palma village is 330880. Palma village is located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.5km away from sub-district headquarter Hura (tehsildar office) and 25.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Lakhanpur is the gram panchayat of Palma village.
The total geographical area of village is 135.23 hectares. Palma has a total population of 865 peoples, out of which male population is 435 while female population is 430. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 988 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palma village is 60.92% out of which 72.87% males and 48.84% females are literate. There are about 193 houses in palma village. Pincode of palma village locality is 723202.
When it comes to administration, Palma 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, Palma village comes under Kashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to palma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Palma
The population details of Palma 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 | 865 | 435 | 430 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 418 | 211 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 317 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 118 | 220 |
Connectivity of Palma
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palma
Where is Palma located?
Palma village is situated in Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palma?
The Gram Panchayat of Palma is Lakhanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palma?
The pincode of Palma is 723202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palma is 865, with 435 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Palma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palma village has a total of 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palma is 60.92%. The male literacy rate is 72.87%, while the female literacy rate is 48.84%.