Palaskura
Palaskura is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.6km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 20.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bowridih is the gram panchayat of Palaskura village.
Palaskura 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 Palaskura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palaskura is 330114. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723126. Purulia is nearest town to Palaskura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Palaskura
Below is a concise population overview of Palaskura 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 | 877 | 472 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 71 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 294 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 106 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 333 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 139 | 229 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palaskura village:
- The total population of Palaskura village is around 877, including approximately 472 males and 405 females, with a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Palaskura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palaskura village has 562 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 194 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palaskura village is about 58.04%, with male literacy at 70.55% and female literacy at 43.46%.
- There are around 160 households in Palaskura village.
Connectivity of Palaskura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palaskura. As per the 2011 stats, Palaskura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palaskura
Knowing the nearby villages of Palaskura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palaskura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palaskura
- Where is Palaskura located?
- Palaskura village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palaskura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palaskura is Bowridih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palaskura?
- The pincode of Palaskura is 723126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palaskura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palaskura is 877, with 472 males and 405 females.
- How many households are there in Palaskura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palaskura village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palaskura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palaskura is 58.04%. The male literacy rate is 70.55%, while the female literacy rate is 43.46%.