Village code 361898

Palani Village, Baliapur Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Palani is a village in Baliapur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Palani village map in Jharkhand
Palani village map image for Baliapur Block, Jharkhand.

Village Overview

Palani is a village in Baliapur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. For Palani, the population is 3,889, PIN code is 828201 and Census village code is 361898. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Palani village
Village code361898
PIN code828201
Population3,889
Households723
Area605 ha / 6.05 sq. km / 1,495 acres
Population density643 people per sq. km
Sex ratio932 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townDhanbad (8 km)
Current stateJharkhand
Census 2011 stateJharkhand
Current districtDhanbad
Census 2011 districtDhanbad

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 828201. This helps users verify the postal area for Palani, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Palani village
PIN code828201
Post offices linked with this PINPalani BO, Baliapur SO, Ambona BO, Ankduara BO, Baghmara BO, and Baradaha
Best matching post officePalani BO (Branch office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtDhanbad
Postal stateJharkhand
Postal divisionDhanbad Division
Postal circleJharkhand Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Palani comes under Palani gram panchayat and Baliapur C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Baliapur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Baliapur at 8 km. The Census district headquarters, Dhanbad, is 8 km away.

Administrative details for Palani
Current stateJharkhand
Census 2011 stateJharkhand
Current districtDhanbad
Census 2011 districtDhanbad
State code20
District code354
Block / Census sub-district code2586
C.D. Block code92
Block panchayat code92

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Palani village and its household count.

Total population

3,889 residents in 723 households

Male population

2,013

Female population

1,876

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 197; Scheduled Tribes: 241

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 3

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Palani
ASHA workerAvailable
Medicine shop1

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Palani
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeAvailable
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationNot available in village
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Palani
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power11 hours per day
Winter domestic power15 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Palani
Net area sown200.62 hectares
Irrigated area24.60 hectares
Unirrigated area176.02 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area3 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area21.60 hectares
Forest area57.27 hectares
Non-agricultural area197.33 hectares
Current fallow land149.78 hectares
Main cropRice

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Palani
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Baliapur, 5-10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Baliapur, 5-10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Palani

Dhanbad (8 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Baliapur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Palani
Nearest major townDhanbad (8 km)
Block headquartersBaliapur (8 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Palani. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Palani
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 3
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop1
Uncovered WellAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Post OfficeAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable
Power Supply for All UsersAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Palani village located?

Palani is located in Baliapur Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Dhanbad.

Which Block is Palani in?

Palani is in Baliapur Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Palani in?

District: Dhanbad.

What is the village code of Palani?

The Census village code of Palani is 361898.

What is the PIN code of Palani?

The PIN code reported for Palani is 828201.

What is the population of Palani?

Palani has 3,889 residents in 723 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Palani part of?

Palani comes under Palani gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Palani?

The nearest statutory town to Palani is Dhanbad (8 km).

Which crops are grown in Palani?

The main crops reported for Palani are Rice.

What land-use details are available for Palani?

Land-use details for Palani include net area sown: 200.62 hectares, irrigated area: 24.60 hectares, and unirrigated area: 176.02 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Palani?

Government primary school status for Palani is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Palani?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Palani?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Palani?

The total geographical area of Palani is 605 hectares.

How many households are in Palani?

Palani has 723 households as per Census 2011.

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