Palar - Chanan, Banka
Palar is a village situated in the Chanan subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanan and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Birniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palar is 241893. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 814131 pincode. Deoghar(jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Palar
According to the 2011 Census, Palar village had a total population of 226 people, including 98 males and 128 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,306 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.22%, with male literacy at 75.31% and female literacy at 41.35%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 98 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 61 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 37 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Palar
Palar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palar
Palar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Palar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoghar(jharkhand) to Palar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Palar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palar
Where is Palar located?
Palar village is located in Chanan Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palar?
The Gram Panchayat of Palar is Birniya.
What is the pincode of Palar?
The pincode of Palar is 814131.
What is the population of Palar?
Palar had a total population of 226, including 98 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Palar?
Palar had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palar was 56.22%. Male literacy was 75.31% and female literacy was 41.35%.