Palundra - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Palundra is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehgam and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Palundra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palundra is 511373. The village covers a total geographical area of 1052.94 hectares and falls under the 382308 pincode. Dehgam is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Palundra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palundra
As per Census 2011, Palundra village has a total population of 4,648 people, consisting of 2,430 males and 2,218 females. The village has 916 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 598 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,063 literate and 1,585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palundra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,648 | 2,430 | 2,218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 308 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 75 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,063 | 1,889 | 1,174 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,585 | 541 | 1,044 |
Nearby Villages of Palundra
Palundra 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 Palundra
Palundra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Palundra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehgam to Palundra is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Palundra is about 30 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 Palundra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palundra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palundra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palundra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palundra
Where is Palundra located?
Palundra village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palundra?
Palundra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palundra?
The pincode of Palundra is 382308.
What is the population of Palundra?
Palundra has a total population of 4,648, including 2,430 males and 2,218 females.
How many households are there in Palundra?
There are 916 households in Palundra.
What is the literacy rate in Palundra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palundra is 65.90%. Male literacy is 77.74% and female literacy is 52.93%.