Palihar
Palihar is a village located in Kaliaganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.4km away from sub-district headquarter Kaliaganj. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Palihar village. As per 2009 stats, Malgaon is the gram panchayat of Palihar village.
Palihar 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 Palihar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palihar is 310100. The village spans a total geographical area of 499.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733129. Kaliaganj is nearest town to Palihar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Palihar
Population of Palihar
Below is a concise population overview of Palihar 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 | 3,491 | 1,794 | 1,697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 256 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,893 | 975 | 918 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 110 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,751 | 1,021 | 730 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,740 | 773 | 967 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palihar village:
- The total population of Palihar village is around 3,491, including approximately 1,794 males and 1,697 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 504 children aged 0–6 years in Palihar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palihar village has 1,893 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 224 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palihar village is about 50.16%, with male literacy at 56.91% and female literacy at 43.02%.
- There are around 742 households in Palihar village.
Connectivity of Palihar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palihar. As per the 2011 stats, Palihar 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 Palihar
Knowing the nearby villages of Palihar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palihar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palihar
- Where is Palihar located?
- Palihar village is situated in Kaliaganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palihar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palihar is Malgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palihar?
- The pincode of Palihar is 733129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palihar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palihar is 3,491, with 1,794 males and 1,697 females.
- How many households are there in Palihar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palihar village has a total of 742 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palihar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palihar is 50.16%. The male literacy rate is 56.91%, while the female literacy rate is 43.02%.