Palanja
Palanja is a village 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.
Palanja has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palanja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palanja is 329873. The village spans a total geographical area of 276.58 hectares, and the pincode of the 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
Below is a concise population overview of Palanja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,345 | 1,196 | 1,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 160 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 183 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 783 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,154 | 413 | 741 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palanja village:
- The total population of Palanja village is around 2,345, including approximately 1,196 males and 1,149 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 352 children aged 0–6 years in Palanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palanja village has 350 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 54 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palanja village is about 50.79%, with male literacy at 65.47% and female literacy at 35.51%.
- There are around 424 households in Palanja village.
Connectivity of Palanja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palanja. As per the 2011 stats, Palanja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Palanja
Knowing the nearby villages of Palanja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palanja.
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%.