Palanja
About Palanja
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palanja village is 329873. Palanja village is located in Jaipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.9km away from sub-district headquarter Jaipur (tehsildar office) and 49.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Upankahan is the gram panchayat of Palanja village.
The total geographical area of village is 276.58 hectares. Palanja has a total population of 2,345 peoples, out of which male population is 1,196 while female population is 1,149. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 960 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palanja village is 50.79% out of which 65.47% males and 35.51% females are literate. There are about 424 houses in palanja village. Pincode of palanja village locality is 723201.
Puruliya is nearest town to palanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Palanja
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,345 | 1,196 | 1,149 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 783 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,154 | 413 | 741 |
Connectivity of Palanja
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palanja
Where is Palanja located?
Palanja village is situated in Jaipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palanja?
The Gram Panchayat of Palanja is Upankahan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palanja?
The pincode of Palanja is 723201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palanja is 2,345, with 1,196 males and 1,149 females.
How many households are there in Palanja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palanja village has a total of 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palanja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palanja is 50.79%. The male literacy rate is 65.47%, while the female literacy rate is 35.51%.