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
As per Census 2011, Palanpar village has a total population of 435 people, consisting of 217 males and 218 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 292 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palanpar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 217 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| 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 has a total population of 435, including 217 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Palanpar?
There are 99 households in Palanpar.
What is the literacy rate in Palanpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palanpar is 32.87%. Male literacy is 41.01% and female literacy is 24.77%.