Palawa - Gora Bauram, Darbhanga
Palawa is a village situated in the Gora Bauram subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gora Bauram and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Mansara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palawa is 227805. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.54 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Palawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palawa
As per Census 2011, Palawa village has a total population of 3,919 people, consisting of 2,044 males and 1,875 females. The village has 750 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 935 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,427 literate and 2,492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 703 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,919 | 2,044 | 1,875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 935 | 463 | 472 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 703 | 385 | 318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 1,020 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,492 | 1,024 | 1,468 |
Nearby Villages of Palawa
Palawa 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 Palawa
Palawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Palawa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Palawa is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palawa
Where is Palawa located?
Palawa village is located in Gora Bauram Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Palawa is Mansara.
What is the pincode of Palawa?
The pincode of Palawa is 847203.
What is the population of Palawa?
Palawa has a total population of 3,919, including 2,044 males and 1,875 females.
How many households are there in Palawa?
There are 750 households in Palawa.
What is the literacy rate in Palawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palawa is 36.41%. Male literacy is 49.90% and female literacy is 21.71%.