Palans - Wankaner, Morbi
Palans is a village situated in the Wankaner taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Wankaner and around 70 km from Rajkot. Palans village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palans is 512786. The village covers a total geographical area of 915.77 hectares and falls under the 363621 pincode. Wankaner is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Palans village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palans
According to the 2011 Census, Palans village had a total population of 1,356 people, including 694 males and 662 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.07%, with male literacy at 84.72% and female literacy at 75.19%.
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 | 1,356 | 694 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 131 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 880 | 477 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 217 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Palans
Palans 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 Palans
Palans is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Palans.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wankaner to Palans is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Palans is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palans
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palans 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 Palans
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palans village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palans
Where is Palans located?
Palans village is located in Wankaner Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palans?
Palans is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palans?
The pincode of Palans is 363621.
What is the population of Palans?
Palans had a total population of 1,356, including 694 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Palans?
Palans had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palans?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palans was 80.07%. Male literacy was 84.72% and female literacy was 75.19%.