Palaiya - Kapadvanj, Kheda
Palaiya is a village situated in the Kapadvanj taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapadvanj and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Telnar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palaiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palaiya is 517179. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.56 hectares and falls under the 387650 pincode. Kapadvanj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Palaiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapadvanj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palaiya
According to the 2011 Census, Palaiya village had a total population of 659 people, including 344 males and 315 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.22%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 72.46%.
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 | 659 | 344 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 286 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 58 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Palaiya
Palaiya 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 Palaiya
Palaiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Palaiya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kapadvanj to Palaiya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Palaiya is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palaiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palaiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palaiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palaiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palaiya
Where is Palaiya located?
Palaiya village is located in Kapadvanj Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palaiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Palaiya is Telnar.
What is the pincode of Palaiya?
The pincode of Palaiya is 387650.
What is the population of Palaiya?
Palaiya had a total population of 659, including 344 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Palaiya?
Palaiya had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaiya was 83.22%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 72.46%.