Palla - Matar, Kheda
Palla is a village situated in the Matar taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Matar and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Palla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palla is 517557. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.36 hectares and falls under the 387530 pincode. Nadiad is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Palla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palla
As per Census 2011, Palla village has a total population of 2,075 people, consisting of 1,070 males and 1,005 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,405 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,075 | 1,070 | 1,005 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 167 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,405 | 804 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 266 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Palla
Palla 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 Palla
Palla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nadiad to Palla is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palla
Where is Palla located?
Palla village is located in Matar Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palla?
Palla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palla?
The pincode of Palla is 387530.
What is the population of Palla?
Palla has a total population of 2,075, including 1,070 males and 1,005 females.
How many households are there in Palla?
There are 420 households in Palla.
What is the literacy rate in Palla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palla is 67.71%. Male literacy is 75.14% and female literacy is 59.80%.