Palanja
Palanja is a village located in Purulia Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.3km away from Purulia, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Palanja village. As per 2009 stats, Pindra 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 330009. The village spans a total geographical area of 339.1 hectares. Purulia is nearest town to Palanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Palanja
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 | 3,142 | 1,618 | 1,524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 537 | 279 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 127 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 168 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 1,634 | 990 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,508 | 628 | 880 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palanja village:
- The total population of Palanja village is around 3,142, including approximately 1,618 males and 1,524 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 537 children aged 0–6 years in Palanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palanja village has 242 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 336 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palanja village is about 52.01%, with male literacy at 61.19% and female literacy at 42.26%.
- There are around 590 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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ 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 Purulia Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palanja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palanja is Pindra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Palanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palanja is 3,142, with 1,618 males and 1,524 females.
- How many households are there in Palanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palanja village has a total of 590 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palanja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palanja is 52.01%. The male literacy rate is 61.19%, while the female literacy rate is 42.26%.