Palanpar - Rapar, Kachchh
Palanpar is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Nilpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palanpar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palanpar is 506576. The village covers a total geographical area of 1096.69 hectares and falls under the 370165 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Palanpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palanpar
According to the 2011 Census, Palanpar village had a total population of 435 people, including 217 males and 218 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.51%, with male literacy at 53.29% and female literacy at 29.03%.
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 | 435 | 217 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 89 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 128 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Palanpar
Palanpar 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 Palanpar
Palanpar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rapar to Palanpar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Palanpar is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palanpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palanpar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palanpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palanpar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palanpar
Where is Palanpar located?
Palanpar village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palanpar?
The Gram Panchayat of Palanpar is Nilpar.
What is the pincode of Palanpar?
The pincode of Palanpar is 370165.
What is the population of Palanpar?
Palanpar had a total population of 435, including 217 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Palanpar?
Palanpar had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palanpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palanpar was 40.51%. Male literacy was 53.29% and female literacy was 29.03%.