Palmi

Palmi is a village located in Manbazar I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.9km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 40.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Chandra Pairachali is the gram panchayat of Palmi village.

Palmi 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 Palmi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palmi is 331999. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723131. Puruliya is nearest town to Palmi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Palmi

Below is a concise population overview of Palmi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,039 522 517
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 135 73 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 574 291 283
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 560 336 224
Illiterate Population 479 186 293

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palmi village:

  • The total population of Palmi village is around 1,039, including approximately 522 males and 517 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 135 children aged 0–6 years in Palmi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palmi village has 574 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palmi village is about 53.90%, with male literacy at 64.37% and female literacy at 43.33%.
  • There are around 246 households in Palmi village.

Connectivity of Palmi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palmi. As per the 2011 stats, Palmi 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palmi

Knowing the nearby villages of Palmi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palmi.

Kalupara Kulchatra Brahmanpara Rasikdi Hirapur Alias Baghkhundi Mukundapur Nimdiha Datardi Barsagen Alias Patamgora Chhotsagen Sagenbedia

Frequently Asked Questions about Palmi

Where is Palmi located?
Palmi village is situated in Manbazar I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palmi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palmi is Chandra Pairachali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palmi?
The pincode of Palmi is 723131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palmi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palmi is 1,039, with 522 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Palmi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palmi village has a total of 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palmi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palmi is 53.90%. The male literacy rate is 64.37%, while the female literacy rate is 43.33%.