Paligaon

Paligaon is a village located in Kaliaganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kaliaganj. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Paligaon village. As per 2009 stats, Radhikapur is the gram panchayat of Paligaon village.

Paligaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Paligaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paligaon is 309988. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733129. Kaliaganj is nearest town to Paligaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Paligaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,834 955 879
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 266 127 139
Scheduled Castes (SC) 58 32 26
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,277 701 576
Illiterate Population 557 254 303

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

  • The total population of Paligaon village is around 1,834, including approximately 955 males and 879 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 266 children aged 0–6 years in Paligaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paligaon village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Paligaon village is about 69.63%, with male literacy at 73.40% and female literacy at 65.53%.
  • There are around 380 households in Paligaon village.

Connectivity of Paligaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paligaon. As per the 2011 stats, Paligaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Paligaon

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

Jagdala Khiltor Faridpur Purba Durgapur Baikunthapur Chak Bhabanipur Bhabanipur Arazi Joydebpur Joydebpur Maheshpur Khurkhuria

Frequently Asked Questions about Paligaon

Where is Paligaon located?
Paligaon village is situated in Kaliaganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paligaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Paligaon is Radhikapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Paligaon?
The pincode of Paligaon is 733129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Paligaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paligaon is 1,834, with 955 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Paligaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paligaon village has a total of 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paligaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paligaon is 69.63%. The male literacy rate is 73.40%, while the female literacy rate is 65.53%.